Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Escape 204 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Escape 204 2009?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 is the longer of the two at 24,6 feet overall. The Larson Escape 204 2009 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 22,6 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Escape 204 2009?

For trailering, the Larson Escape 204 2009 has the edge at 31 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010. 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.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson Escape 204 2009 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson Escape 204 2009 is certified for 11. 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.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and Larson Escape 204 2009 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Escape 204 2009?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Larson Escape 204 2009. That 79-gallon difference translates to roughly 237–395 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and Larson Escape 204 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and the Larson Escape 204 2009 are built by Larson. 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.

Boat Comparison

Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Escape 204 2009

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Larson 240 Cabrio 2010

2010

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Larson Escape 204 2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Escape 204 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 against a modified vee Larson Escape 204 2009 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 measures 24,6 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 22,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Escape 204 2009 at 2,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 tips the scales at 575 lbs — 544 lbs more than the Larson Escape 204 2009 at 31 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 Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Larson Escape 204 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 carries 84 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Larson Escape 204 2009. 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 Larson Escape 204 2009 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson Escape 204 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson Escape 204 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

Model240 Cabrio

ModelEscape 204

Model Year201

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 7 in. (2.35 m)

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.31

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches91

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise17℃

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (88.9 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (73.7 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Meters0.74

Draft [max] - Inches35

Draft [max] - Inches29

Weight - Detail5,750 lbs. (2,608 kg)

Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,406 kg)

Weight - kg2608.15

Weight - kg1406.14

Weight - lbs.575

Weight - lbs.31

Length - Feet24.58

Length - Feet2

Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 24 ft. 7 in. (7.53 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters6.1

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches1

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 1 in. (6.1 m)

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Meters6.12

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Inches241

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Gal84

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max320 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Head1

Headnot available

Headroom6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m)

Headroomnot available

Water capacity19 gal. (72 l) Waste: 12 gal. (45 l)

Water capacity5 gal. (19 l)

Maximum capacity2,500 lbs. (1,134 kg)

Maximum capacity1,550 lbs. (703 kg)

Maximum people8

Maximum people11

Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Escape 204 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Escape 204 2009?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 is the longer of the two at 24,6 feet overall. The Larson Escape 204 2009 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 22,6 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Escape 204 2009?

For trailering, the Larson Escape 204 2009 has the edge at 31 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010. 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson Escape 204 2009 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson Escape 204 2009 is certified for 11. 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.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and Larson Escape 204 2009 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Escape 204 2009?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Larson Escape 204 2009. That 79-gallon difference translates to roughly 237–395 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and Larson Escape 204 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and the Larson Escape 204 2009 are built by Larson. 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.

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