Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 vs VIP Deckliner 224 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 vs VIP Deckliner 224 2006 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 Deckliner 224 2006 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP Deckliner 224 2006 carries 55 gallons versus 41 gallons in the VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The VIP Deckliner 224 2006 is rated for 10 passengers, while the VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the VIP Deckliner 224 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP Deckliner 224 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelBay Stealth 188 Competitor
ModelDeckliner 224
Model Year2006
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise10℃
Deadrisenot available
Height [transom]25 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches8
Length - Inches4
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Meters6.81
Length overall - Inches224
Length overall - Inches268
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,650 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1202.02
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.265
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail41 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters155.2
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal41
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine maxRecommended: 150-225 hp Maximum: 250 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7907SN single axle galvanized w/ 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 8064TB color-coordinated tandem axle w/ brakes w/ chrome wheels & lug nuts
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Height84 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all28 ft. 3 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 4,400 lbs
Operational Info
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people10 or 2,040 lbs