Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bluewater 196 CCF 2005 vs VIP Vanquish 203 SBR O/B 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bluewater 196 CCF 2005 vs VIP Vanquish 203 SBR O/B 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the VIP Bluewater 196 CCF 2005 has a 35-hp advantage over the VIP Vanquish 203 SBR O/B 2006's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 6 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the VIP Bluewater 196 CCF 2005 and its 150-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the VIP Vanquish 203 SBR O/B 2006 with its 115-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
ModelBluewater 196 CCF
ModelVanquish 203 SBR O/B
Model Year2005
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches98
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise16℃
Deadrise17℃
Weight - Detail2,185 without Engine
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg991.1
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.2185
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet2
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Meters6.25
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Inches246
Length overall - Inches243
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard115-150 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail59 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters223.34
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal59
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Engine max150 hp
Engine maxRecommended: 115-200 hp Maximum: 250 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,450 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people6
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7963TN Tandem Axle Galvanized Trailer with 14 in. Galvanized Wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 8112TB silver tandem axle w/ drum brakes & swing-away tongue w/ chrome wheels & lug nuts
Trailer - Height97 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all27 ft
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight4,250 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available