Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Brio<sup>e</sup> 17 2011 vs Princecraft Resorter DLX SC 2004: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft Brio<sup>e</sup> 17 2011 vs Princecraft Resorter DLX SC 2004 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 48 hp for the Princecraft Brio<sup>e</sup> 17 2011 and 40 hp for the Princecraft Resorter DLX SC 2004. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Brio<sup>e</sup> 17 2011 and Princecraft Resorter DLX SC 2004 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
ModelBrio e 17
ModelResorter DLX SC
Model Year2011
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 6 in. (2.3 m)
Beam73 in.
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Inches90
Beam - Inches73
Weight - Detail1,306 lbs. (592 kg)
Weight - Detail455 lbs.
Weight - kg592.39
Weight - kg206.38
Weight - lbs.1306
Weight - lbs.455
Length [at waterline]16 ft. 3 in. (5 m)
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [deck]16 ft. 1 in. (4.9 m)
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet17.08
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 1 in. (5.2 m)
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Meters5.21
Length overall - Meters4.42
Length overall - Inches205
Length overall - Inches174
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail17 in. apx.
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches17
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in.
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typenot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in. (0.58 m)
Tube diameternot available
Tube gauge0.080 in. (2 mm)
Tube gaugenot available
Number of tubes2
Number of tubesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeElectric
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOther
Drive typenot available
Horsepower9.9 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine max48V / Cruise 4.0R
Engine max40 HP
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,393 lbs. (632 kg)
Maximum capacity1000 lbs.
Maximum people5 / 1,018 lbs. (462 kg)
Maximum people5 Persons