The Princecraft 20 2004 vs Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 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 20 2004 measures 20,0 feet overall (2004), giving it roughly 3,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 at 16,9 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft 20 2004 tips the scales at 1 502 lbs - 487 lbs more than the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 at 1 015 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 Xpedition 170 BT 2013 tops out at 75 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft 20 2004 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 18 gal and 20 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft 20 2004 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft 20 2004 could be the deciding factor.