Matching a pontoon Princecraft Brio e 15 2013 against a modified vee Princecraft PR1852MT 2007 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Princecraft Brio e 15 2013 at 15,1 ft versus Princecraft PR1852MT 2007 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Brio e 15 2013 tips the scales at 1 094 lbs — 1 090 lbs more than the Princecraft PR1852MT 2007 at 4 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 45 hp, the Princecraft PR1852MT 2007 has a 35-hp advantage over the Princecraft Brio e 15 2013's 10-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 6 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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Princecraft PR1852MT 2007 comes in at 0 lbs per hp versus 111 lbs per hp for the Princecraft Brio e 15 2013. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: The Princecraft PR1852MT 2007 at 18,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Princecraft Brio e 15 2013 at 15,1 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.