Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Crestliner CR 1448 MS 2004 vs Crestliner Sportsman 14 SS 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Crestliner CR 1448 MS 2004 vs Crestliner Sportsman 14 SS 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 25 hp for the Crestliner CR 1448 MS 2004 and 35 hp for the Crestliner Sportsman 14 SS 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
Both boats are rated for 4 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: The Crestliner CR 1448 MS 2004 and Crestliner Sportsman 14 SS 2006 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeCrestliner
MakeCrestliner
ModelCR 1448 MS
ModelSportsman 14 SS
Model Year2004
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam70 in
Beam73 in. (185 cm)
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Inches7
Beam - Inches73
Weight - Detail260 lbs
Weight - Detail520 lbs. (235 kg)
Weight - kg117.93
Weight - kg235.87
Weight - lbs.26
Weight - lbs.52
Height - Detail21 in
Height - Detail27.5 in. (70 cm)
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Meters0.71
Height - Inches21
Height - Inches27.5
Height [transom]15 in
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Length overall - Detail14 ft
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 7 in. (4.4 m)
Length overall - Meters4.27
Length overall - Meters4.45
Length overall - Inches168
Length overall - Inches175
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise6℃
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail73 in. (185 cm)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters4.4
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet14
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches7
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: .080 Sides: .080 Transom: .1
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max25
Engine max35 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard9.9ML
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity825 lbs
Maximum capacity1,010 lbs. (458 kg)
Maximum people4 Persons
Maximum people4