Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft MV2085 2004 vs Princecraft Pro Series 165 SC 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft MV2085 2004 vs Princecraft Pro Series 165 SC 2011 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 — 75 hp for the Princecraft MV2085 2004 and 75 hp for the Princecraft Pro Series 165 SC 2011. 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 MV2085 2004 and Princecraft Pro Series 165 SC 2011 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
ModelMV2085
ModelPro Series 165 SC
Model Year2004
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam85 in
Beam87 in. (2.2 m)
Beam - Meters2.16
Beam - Meters2.21
Beam - Inches85
Beam - Inches87
Weight - Detail592 lbs
Weight - Detail895 lbs. (406 kg)
Weight - kg268.53
Weight - kg405.96
Weight - lbs.592
Weight - lbs.895
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 2 in. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters4.93
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inches194
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters83.82
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches33
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (0.7 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches29
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail71 in. (1.8 m)
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet16.17
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max75 HP
Engine max75 hp (56 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1195 lbs
Maximum capacity1,221 lbs. (554 kg)
Maximum people5 Persons
Maximum people5 / 661 lbs. (300 kg)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.090 in. (2.3 mm) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm)
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee