Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft 190V L I/O 2006 vs Princecraft Versailles 20 LP 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft 190V L I/O 2006 vs Princecraft Versailles 20 LP 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 190V L I/O 2006 measures 19,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 17,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Versailles 20 LP 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft 190V L I/O 2006 tips the scales at 2 556 lbs — 641 lbs more than the Princecraft Versailles 20 LP 2007 at 1 915 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 220 hp, the Princecraft 190V L I/O 2006 has a 130-hp advantage over the Princecraft Versailles 20 LP 2007's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Versailles 20 LP 2007 carries 33 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Princecraft 190V L I/O 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 1 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 190V L I/O 2006 at 19,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Princecraft Versailles 20 LP 2007 at 2,0 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
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
Model190V L I/O
ModelVersailles 20 LP
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches97
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail32 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail2,556 lb. (1,159 kg)
Weight - Detail1,915 lbs. (867 kg)
Weight - kg1159.38
Weight - kg868.63
Weight - lbs.2556
Weight - lbs.1915
Width [transom] - Detail83 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]32 in. (0.8 m)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Meters5.8
Length - Meters6.4
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet2
Length - Inches2
Length - Inches11
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 2 in. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 11 in. (6.4 m)
Length overall - Meters5.84
Length overall - Meters6.38
Length overall - Inches23
Length overall - Inches251
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]20 ft. 3 in. (6.2 m)
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessBottom: .110 in. (2.8 mm) Side: .110 in. (2.8 mm)
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max220 hp (164 kw)
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,323 lb. (600 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,450 lbs. (658 kg) Total: 2,052 lbs. (931 kg)
Maximum people1
Maximum people1
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 in. (2 mm)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2