Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft 20 L 2004 vs Princecraft SVX 29 I/O 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft 20 L 2004 vs Princecraft SVX 29 I/O 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Princecraft SVX 29 I/O 2013 measures 29,8 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 9,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft 20 L 2004 at 20,0 feet (2004). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft SVX 29 I/O 2013 tips the scales at 4 880 lbs - 3 146 lbs less than the Princecraft 20 L 2004 at 1 734 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 SVX 29 I/O 2013 tops out at 300 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft 20 L 2004 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft SVX 29 I/O 2013 carries 55 gallons versus 34 gallons in the Princecraft 20 L 2004. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 13 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 SVX 29 I/O 2013 at 29,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Princecraft 20 L 2004 at 20,0 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
Model Year2004
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 0 in.
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail1,734 lbs.
Weight - Detail4,880 lbs. (2,214 kg)
Weight - kg786.53
Weight - kg2213.53
Weight - lbs.1734
Weight - lbs.4880
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet29.83
Length - Inches4
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 4 in.
Length overall - Detail29 ft. 10 in. (9.1 m)
Length overall - Meters6.2
Length overall - Meters9.09
Length overall - Inches244
Length overall - Inches358
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [at waterline]26 ft. 10 in. (8.2 m) pontoon
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]27 ft. 10 in. (8.5 m)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in.
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.08 in. (2 mm)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes3
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard90 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal. (208 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeI/O
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max300 hp (224 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,750 lbs.
Maximum capacity3,085 lbs. (1,399 kg)
Maximum people13
Maximum people13 / 1,800 lbs. (816 kg)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon