Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
MasterCraft PS197 2011 vs Mastercraft Xstar 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The MasterCraft PS197 2011 vs Mastercraft Xstar 2013 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Mastercraft Xstar 2013 tops out at 522 hp. Engine specs for the MasterCraft PS197 2011 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Mastercraft Xstar 2013 carries 74 gallons versus 28 gallons in the MasterCraft PS197 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Mastercraft Xstar 2013 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The MasterCraft PS197 2011 at 19,7 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
MakeMasterCraft
Makenot available
ModelPS197
Modelnot available
Model Year2011
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Depth - Detail20 in. (0.5 m) transom 22.5 in. (0.57 m) amidship
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches22.5
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail22 in. (0.56 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches22
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail2,800 lbs. (1,270 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1270.06
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.28
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail91 in. (2.3 m) amidship
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail83 in. (2.1 m) mini tower 95 in. (2.4 m) standard tower to lowest point on keel 29 in. (0.7 m) tow bar height to waterline
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters2.41
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches95
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet19.67
Length - Feet24
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 6 in. (6.6 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 8 in. (6 m)
Length overall - Detail24.00 ft
Length overall - Meters5.99
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches236
Length overall - Inches288
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeIndmar
Engine makeIlmor
Engine modelMCX 5.7 l 350 CID V-8, 312 hp (230 kW) L96 6.0 l V-8, 386 hp (284 kW)
Engine model7.4
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters280.12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Fuel tank capacity - Gal74
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeinboard
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower522 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,087 lbs. (493 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people7
Maximum peoplenot available
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 5 in. (6.8 m) 20 ft. 7 in. (6.27 m) swing away tongue
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight860 lbs. (390 kg) single axle 1,040 lbs. (472 kg) tandem axle
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width99 in. (2.5 m) single axle 100 in. (2.54 m) tandem axle
Trailer - Widthnot available