Larson Cabrio 857 2011 vs Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 or the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007?

The Larson Cabrio 857 2011 is the longer of the two at 28,2 feet overall. The Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 26,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 or the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007?

For trailering, the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 has the edge at 31 lbs dry weight versus 665 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 857 2011. 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 Cabrio 857 2011 has a documented max rating of 400 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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 Cabrio 857 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Larson Cabrio 857 2011 measures 106" wide, compared to 102" for the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 or the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007?

The Larson Cabrio 857 2011 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007. 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 Cabrio 857 2011 and Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 and the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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 Cabrio 857 2011 vs Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007

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Larson Cabrio 857 2011

2011

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Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007

2007

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson Cabrio 857 2011 vs Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Larson Cabrio 857 2011 against a modified vee Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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 Cabrio 857 2011 measures 28,2 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 26,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 tips the scales at 665 lbs — 634 lbs more than the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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 Cabrio 857 2011 carries a rated maximum of 400 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 857 2011 carries 84 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 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 I/O 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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 Cabrio 857 2011 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

ModelCabrio 857

ModelEscape 204 I/O

Model Year2011

Model Year2007

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.69

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches106

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m) without arch 9 ft. 2 in. (2.8 m) with arch

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.79

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches11

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise20°

Deadrise17℃

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Meters0.74

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inches29

Weight - Detail6,650 lbs. (3,016 kg)

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

Weight - kg3016.39

Weight - kg1406.14

Weight - lbs.665

Weight - lbs.31

Length - Feet28.17

Length - Feet2

Length overall - Detail28 ft. 1 in. (8.57 m) with pulpit

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

Length overall - Meters8.56

Length overall - Meters6.12

Length overall - Inches337

Length overall - Inches241

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters6.1

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches1

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardMerCruiser 5.0L Mag MPI BIII

Engine/s standardnot available

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

Drive typeInboard/Outboard

Horsepower300 hp

Horsepowernot available

Engine max400 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m) in cabin

Headroomnot available

Water capacity19 gal. (72 l)

Water capacity5 gal. (19 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal12

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum capacity1,550 lbs. (703 kg)

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people11

Larson Cabrio 857 2011 vs Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 or the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007?

The Larson Cabrio 857 2011 is the longer of the two at 28,2 feet overall. The Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 26,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 or the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007?

For trailering, the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 has the edge at 31 lbs dry weight versus 665 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 857 2011. 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 Cabrio 857 2011 has a documented max rating of 400 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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 Cabrio 857 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Larson Cabrio 857 2011 measures 106" wide, compared to 102" for the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 or the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007?

The Larson Cabrio 857 2011 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007. 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 Cabrio 857 2011 and Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 857 2011 and the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 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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