Crestliner CR 1232 2004 boat specs
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Crestliner CR 1232 2004
2004
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Crestliner Tournament 202 DC  2012 boat specs
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Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012
2012
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Crestliner CR 1232 2004 vs Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Crestliner CR 1232 2004 vs Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 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 250 hp, the Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 has a 247-hp advantage over the Crestliner CR 1232 2004's 3-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Crestliner CR 1232 2004 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 20,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crestliner CR 1232 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 2 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeCrestliner
MakeCrestliner
ModelCR 1232
ModelTournament 202 DC
Model Year2004
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam48 in
Beam100.5 in. (255 cm)
Beam - Meters1.22
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Inches48
Beam - Inches100.5
Weight - Detail90 lbs
Weight - Detail1,425 lbs. (646 kg)
Weight - kg40.82
Weight - kg646.37
Weight - lbs.9
Weight - lbs.1425
Height - Detail16 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.41
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches16
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]15 in
Height [transom]25 in. (64 cm)
Length overall - Detail11 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 2 in. (6.1 m)
Length overall - Meters3.61
Length overall - Meters6.15
Length overall - Inches142
Length overall - Inches242
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise17°
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailMaximum: 41 in. (104 cm) Cockpit: 22.75 in. (58 cm)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters104.14
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches41
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet20.17
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.125 in. Sides: 0.09 in. Transom: 0.125 in
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max3
Engine max250 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (227 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity335 lbs
Maximum capacity1,600 lbs. (725 kg)
Maximum people2 Persons
Maximum people6

Crestliner CR 1232 2004 vs Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Crestliner CR 1232 2004 or the Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012?
For trailering, the Crestliner CR 1232 2004 has the edge at 9 lbs dry weight versus 1 425 lbs for the Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Crestliner CR 1232 2004 tops out at 3 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Crestliner CR 1232 2004 is Coast Guard rated for 2 passengers, while the Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 is certified for 6. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 measures 101" wide, compared to 48" for the Crestliner CR 1232 2004. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Crestliner CR 1232 2004 and Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Crestliner CR 1232 2004 and the Crestliner Tournament 202 DC 2012 are built by Crestliner. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.