Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 220 2004 vs Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Larson Cabrio 220 2004 vs Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 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 Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2012 tops out at 175 hp. Engine specs for the Larson Cabrio 220 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2012 carries 35 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Larson Cabrio 220 2004. 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 FX 1850 DC O/B 2012 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Larson Cabrio 220 2004 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 18,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson Cabrio 220 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelCabrio 22
ModelFX 1850 DC O/B
Model Year2004
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 5 in
Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.39 m)
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches101
Beam - Inches92
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise21°
Draft [max] - Detail32 in
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail4,200 lbs
Weight - Detail1,820 lbs. (819 kg)
Weight - kg1905.09
Weight - kg825.54
Weight - lbs.42
Weight - lbs.182
Height - DetailBridge clearance: 5 ft. 4 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.63
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches64
Height - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in. (5.64 m)
Length overall - Meters6.73
Length overall - Meters5.64
Length overall - Inches265
Length overall - Inches222
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet18.5
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialComposite
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (128 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine model90ELPT Optimax
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max175 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity5 gal
Water capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,975 lbs
Maximum capacity1,850 lbs. (839 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people7 / 1,200 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailCustom color matched FX 3000 DB with swing tongue & chrome wheels
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 8 in. (6.6 m)