What's the fuel economy of a smallish motor boat?

Question:
I live on a peninsula and it makes just as much sense for me to commute by boat as it would by car or bus. But what's the price tag for a daily boat commute of 10 miles in and ten miles back out? Would it be a lot more expensive than by car?
Can anyone advise?
Thanks.

Answers:

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If you are talking about a small boat with an outboard motor you may as well just drive your car. Outboard motors are some of the least economical engines you will find in terms of cost, maintainance, and fuel efficiency. They are designed to make a lot of power in a small package. Fuel efficiency is not much of a concern.

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Water has a lot of friction, thats why boats don't have brakes, a car is more efficient by far, plus two stroke motors (outboards) spit about 25% of their fuel out the exhaust.

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Ahhh McLaren could be right...BUT....Lets answer your question with a little in depth look. Mine is an 85 hp outboard pushing a 15' ski boat..fuel consumption is approx. 40 miles per 6 gallons of gas at cruise speed. NOW....this all would vary greatly depending on the size of the motor AND the boat. Also in what combinations you apply boat vs motor. I also have an air cooled 1.2 hp outboard that will push a 12 john boat around almost all day (at walking speed) so see. Another thing to think of are the auxiliary costs of both. Insurance? Mandatory on a vehicle...not a boat... tires? boat has none. Then throw your bike in with you and try it...I love water so I know I would give it a shot...& then decide for yourself. You may find it more relaxing and pleasurable to commute that way...no traffic jams...hope this helps ya

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