Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 vs VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 vs VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 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 Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 is rated for up to 5 people. Passenger data for the VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 2005 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 and VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 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
ModelBay Stealth 188 Competitor
ModelVision 182 Combo SBR O/B
Model Year2006
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches88
Deadrise10℃
Deadrise16.5℃
Height [transom]25 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Inches8
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches224
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail41 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail25 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters155.2
Fuel tank capacity - Liters94.64
Fuel tank capacity - Gal41
Fuel tank capacity - Gal25
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard90?140 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7907SN single axle galvanized w/ 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 7954SN Single-Axle Trailer with Chrome Wheels and Chrome Lug Nuts