Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP 202 Vantage 2008 vs VIP 203 Vanquish 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP 202 Vantage 2008 vs VIP 203 Vanquish 2005 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The VIP 202 Vantage 2008 carries a rated maximum of 190 hp. Engine data for the VIP 203 Vanquish 2005 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 39 gal and 39 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 5 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The VIP 202 Vantage 2008 and VIP 203 Vanquish 2005 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model202 Vantage
Model203 Vanquish
Model Year2008
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise17℃
Deadrise17℃
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet19
Length - Inches7
Length - Inches7
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 9 in
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 7 in
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 7 in
Length overall - Meters5.97
Length overall - Meters5.97
Length overall - Inches235
Length overall - Inches235
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail39 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail39 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters147.63
Fuel tank capacity - Liters147.63
Fuel tank capacity - Gal39
Fuel tank capacity - Gal39
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard
Engine max190-260 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard190-260 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 8110TN tandem axle color-coordinated with swing away tongue with chrome wheels and lug nuts
Trailer - DetailModel 8110TN Tandem Axle Color Coordinated Trailer w/Swing Away Trailer Tongue w/Chrome Wheels w/Chrome Lug Nuts
Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 11 in. With Swim Platform: 21 ft. 11 in
Trailer - Length over allSwung Away without Swim Platform: 20 ft. 11 in. Swung Away with Swim Platform: 20 ft. 11 in
Trailer - Width102 in
Trailer - Width102 in