Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Escape 204 2008 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 and the Larson Escape 204 2008 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 measures 32,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 30,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Escape 204 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). At 125 lbs and 31 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Larson Escape 204 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 carries 24 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Larson Escape 204 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 at 32,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Escape 204 2008 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model330 DC Cabrio
ModelEscape 204
Model Year201
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters3.51
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches138
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 9 ft. 4 in. (2.84 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise17℃
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (73.7 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches29
Weight - Detail12,500 lbs. (5,670 kg)
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,406 kg)
Weight - kg5669.9
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - lbs.125
Weight - lbs.31
Length - Feet32
Length - Feet2
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 32 ft. 0 in. (9.25 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 materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail240 gal. (908 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters908.5
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Engine max320 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
HeadEnclosed
Headnot available
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Headroomnot available
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l) Waste: 37 gal. (140 l)
Water capacity5 gal. (19 l)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs. (703 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people11