Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 350 2008 vs Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson Cabrio 350 2008 and the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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 Cabrio 350 2008 measures 36,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 34,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). At 14 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 Cabrio 350 2008 carries a rated maximum of 330 hp. Engine data for the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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 2008 carries 23 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 350 2008 at 36,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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
ModelCabrio 35
ModelEscape 204 I/O
Model Year2008
Model Year2007
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 - DetailWith 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.14
Weight - lbs.31
Length - Meters11.1
Length - Meters6.1
Length - Feet36
Length - Feet2
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches1
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 36 ft. 4 in. (11.1 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
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 - Detail230 gal. (871 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters870.64
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Engine max330 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