Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft 201 L 2004 vs Princecraft Ventura 222 L2S 2008: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft 201 L 2004 vs Princecraft Ventura 222 L2S 2008 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Princecraft 201 L 2004 at 20,0 ft versus Princecraft Ventura 222 L2S 2008 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Ventura 222 L2S 2008 tips the scales at 2 250 lbs - 746 lbs less than the Princecraft 201 L 2004 at 1 504 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 Ventura 222 L2S 2008 tops out at 200 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft 201 L 2004 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Ventura 222 L2S 2008 carries 50 gallons versus 12 gallons in the Princecraft 201 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 12 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 201 L 2004 and Princecraft Ventura 222 L2S 2008 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
Model201 L
ModelVentura 222 L2S
Model Year2004
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 0 in.
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches97
Weight - Detail1,504 lbs.
Weight - Detail2,250 lbs. (1,021 kg)
Weight - kg682.2
Weight - kg1020.58
Weight - lbs.1504
Weight - lbs.2250
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 4 in.
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 2 in. (6.8 m)
Length overall - Meters6.2
Length overall - Meters6.76
Length overall - Inches244
Length overall - Inches266
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail32 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches32
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail83 in. (2.1 m)
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]25 in. (0.64 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters6.8
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 ft.
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard70 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal50
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max200 hp (149 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,625 lbs.
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,600 lbs. (726 kg) Total: 2,344 lbs. (1,063 kg)
Maximum people12
Maximum people12
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom & Side: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm)
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee