The Princecraft 182 ST2S 2005 vs Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 measures 22,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft 182 ST2S 2005 at 18,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 tips the scales at 2 025 lbs — 1 899 lbs less than the Princecraft 182 ST2S 2005 at 126 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 Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 tops out at 115 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft 182 ST2S 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 carries 33 gallons versus 12 gallons in the Princecraft 182 ST2S 2005. 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 Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Princecraft 182 ST2S 2005 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft 182 ST2S 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.