Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Deckliner 191 2006 vs VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Deckliner 191 2006 vs VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 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 242 I/O DC 2007 tops out at 220 hp. Engine specs for the VIP Deckliner 191 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 carries 59 gallons versus 46 gallons in the VIP Deckliner 191 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 242 I/O DC 2007 is rated for 15 passengers, while the VIP Deckliner 191 2006 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP Deckliner 242 I/O DC 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 15 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The VIP Deckliner 191 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelDeckliner 191
ModelDeckliner 242 I/O DC
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs. with 3.0 l 2,700 lbs. with 4.3 l
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1224.7
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.27
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches1
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters5.82
Length overall - Meters7.37
Length overall - Inches229
Length overall - Inches29
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail59 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters223.34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal59
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max220-300 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7 or 1,121 lbs
Maximum people15
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detail3.0 l: Model 7900SN color-coordinated single axle w/ chrome wheels 4.3 l: Model 7904TN color-coordinated tandem axle w/ chrome wheels
Trailer - DetailSilver tandem axle w/ drum brakes w/ chrome wheels & lug nuts