Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft 26 I/O 2004 vs Princecraft PR 1032 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft 26 I/O 2004 vs Princecraft PR 1032 2012 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 26 I/O 2004 measures 26,0 feet overall (2004), giving it roughly 25,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft PR 1032 2012 at 1,0 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft 26 I/O 2004 tips the scales at 3 874 lbs — 3 866 lbs more than the Princecraft PR 1032 2012 at 8 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 PR 1032 2012 tops out at 3 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft 26 I/O 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 2 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 26 I/O 2004 at 26,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Princecraft PR 1032 2012 at 1,0 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 Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam48 in. (1.21 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters1.22
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches48
Weight - Detail3,874 lbs
Weight - Detail80 lbs. (36 kg)
Weight - kg1757.22
Weight - kg36.29
Weight - lbs.3874
Weight - lbs.8
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet1
Length - Inches4
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Detail10 ft. (3.04 m)
Length overall - Meters8.03
Length overall - Meters3.05
Length overall - Inches316
Length overall - Inches12
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailSide: 16 in. (0.41 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters40.64
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches16
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail32 in. (0.81 m)
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]15 in. (0.38 m)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard220 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max3 hp (2 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,725 lbs
Maximum capacity275 lbs. (124 kg)
Maximum people2
Maximum people2 / 180 lbs. (82 kg)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.050 in. (1.27 mm)
Hull typenot available
Hull typeFlat