Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 350 2007 vs Larson Escape 204 2008: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?
Both the Larson Cabrio 350 2007 and the Larson Escape 204 2008 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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 Cabrio 350 2007 measures 36,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 16,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Escape 204 2008 at 20,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 350 2007 tips the scales at 14 000 lbs - 10 900 lbs more than the Larson Escape 204 2008 at 3 100 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 Cabrio 350 2007 carries a rated maximum of 350 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 Cabrio 350 2007 carries 230 gallons versus 50 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.
Both boats are rated for 11 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 Larson Cabrio 350 2007 at 36,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Escape 204 2008 at 20,0 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
ModelCabrio? 350
ModelEscape 204
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam12 ft. 0 in. (3.66 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches144
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detailw/Arch: 10 ft. 6 in. (3.20 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters3.2
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches126
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise17℃
Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (94 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (73.7 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Inches37
Draft [max] - Inches29
Weight - Detail14,000 lbs. (6,350 kg)
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,406 kg)
Weight - kg6350.29
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - lbs.14000
Weight - lbs.3100
Length - Meters11.1
Length - Meters6.1
Length - Feet36
Length - Feet20
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches1
Length overall - Detail36 ft. 4 in. (11.1 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 1 in. (6.1 m)
Length overall - Meters11.07
Length overall - Meters6.12
Length overall - Inches436
Length overall - Inches241
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail230 gal. (871 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters870.64
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal230
Fuel tank capacity - Gal50
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Engine max350 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)
Headroomnot available
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l)
Water capacity5 gal. (19 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l) Grey Water: 37 gal. (140 l) (optional)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters140.06
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal37
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs. (703 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people11