Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Deckliner 222 2005 vs VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Deckliner 222 2005 vs VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2008 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 Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2008 tops out at 300 hp. Engine specs for the VIP Deckliner 222 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2008 carries 75 gallons versus 55 gallons in the VIP Deckliner 222 2005. 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 Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2008 is rated for 10 passengers, while the VIP Deckliner 222 2005 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 26,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The VIP Deckliner 222 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelDeckliner 222
ModelVersailles 2602 SBRXL
Model Year2005
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail3,550 lbs. with 5.0 l
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1610.25
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.355
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet26
Length - Inches2
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters6.76
Length overall - Meters7.98
Length overall - Inches266
Length overall - Inches314
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise23.5℃
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeI/O
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max300-425 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,586 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people1
Maximum people10 or 2,020 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 8064TB Color Coordinated Tandem Axle with Brakes Trailer with Chrome Wheels with Chrome Lug Nuts
Trailer - DetailModel 8086TB tandem axle color-coordinated with brakes and aluminum wheels with chrome lug nuts and steel radial tires with raised white letters
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee