The Princecraft 20 ST 2005 vs Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2011 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 Hudson DLX BT 2011 measures 19,0 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 17,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft 20 ST 2005 at 2,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft 20 ST 2005 tips the scales at 1 734 lbs — 713 lbs more than the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2011 at 1 021 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 Hudson DLX BT 2011 tops out at 75 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft 20 ST 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2011 carries 28 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Princecraft 20 ST 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 20 ST 2005 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2011 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft 20 ST 2005 could be the deciding factor.