Matching a modified vee Larson Escape 204 O/B 2007 against a deep vee Larson LX 205 S I/O 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 205 S I/O 2013 measures 21,1 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 19,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2007 tips the scales at 1 776 lbs — 1 749 lbs more than the Larson LX 205 S I/O 2013 at 27 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 Escape 204 O/B 2007 carries a rated maximum of 150 hp. Engine data for the Larson LX 205 S I/O 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 3 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Larson LX 205 S I/O 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2007 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson LX 205 S I/O 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Larson LX 205 S I/O 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 21,1 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson Escape 204 O/B 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.