Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft 16 2005 vs Princecraft Holiday 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft 16 2005 vs Princecraft Holiday 2010 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Princecraft 16 2005 at 16,0 ft versus Princecraft Holiday 2010 at 16,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft 16 2005 tips the scales at 928 lbs — 924 lbs more than the Princecraft Holiday 2010 at 4 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 Princecraft Holiday 2010 tops out at 50 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft 16 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 Princecraft 16 2005 and Princecraft Holiday 2010 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
Model Year2005
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam6 ft. 0 in. (1.8 m)
Beam83 in. (2.1 m)
Beam - Meters1.83
Beam - Meters2.11
Beam - Inches72
Beam - Inches83
Weight - Detail928 lbs. (421 kg)
Weight - Detail400 lbs. (181 kg)
Weight - kg420.93
Weight - kg181.44
Weight - lbs.928
Weight - lbs.4
Length - Meters4.9
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet16.33
Length - Inches4
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 4 in. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 4 in. (5 m)
Length overall - Meters4.98
Length overall - Meters4.98
Length overall - Inches196
Length overall - Inches196
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail30 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches3
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail22 in. (0.6 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches22
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail69 in. (1.8 m)
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter21 in. (0.5 m)
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard30 hp (24 kw)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max50 hp (37 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,303 lbs. (591 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 869 lbs. (394 kg) Total: 1,370 lbs. (621 kg)
Maximum people6 Persons
Maximum people6
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.090 in. (2.3 mm) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 m)
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee