Matching a modified vee Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 against a deep vee Larson LX 160 O/B 2013 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 LX 160 O/B 2013 measures 16,2 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 14,2 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 LX 160 O/B 2013 tips the scales at 1 549 lbs — 1 518 lbs less 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 LX 160 O/B 2013 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Larson Escape 204 I/O 2007 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson LX 160 O/B 2013 carries 19 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 LX 160 O/B 2013 caps at 6. 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 LX 160 O/B 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.