When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Glasstream 17 FCR 2011 and the Glasstream 192 CC 2012 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glasstream 17 FCR 2011 at 17,3 ft versus Glasstream 192 CC 2012 at 19,1 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glasstream 17 FCR 2011 tips the scales at 975 lbs — 956 lbs more than the Glasstream 192 CC 2012 at 19 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 90 hp, the Glasstream 192 CC 2012 has a 40-hp advantage over the Glasstream 17 FCR 2011's 50-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 5 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Glasstream 192 CC 2012 and its 90-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Glasstream 17 FCR 2011 with its 50-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.