Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Pro 174 SS 2004 vs Princecraft Starfish DLX SC 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft Pro 174 SS 2004 vs Princecraft Starfish 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 135 hp, the Princecraft Pro 174 SS 2004 has a 95-hp advantage over the Princecraft Starfish DLX SC 2004's 40-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 7 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Princecraft Pro 174 SS 2004 and its 135-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Princecraft Starfish DLX SC 2004 with its 40-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelPro 174 SS
ModelStarfish DLX SC
Model Year2004
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches73
Draft [max] - Detail30 in
Draft [max] - Detail17 in. apx
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches17
Weight - Detail1238 lbs
Weight - Detail510 lbs
Weight - kg561.55
Weight - kg231.33
Weight - lbs.1238
Weight - lbs.51
Height - Detail40 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.02
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches4
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]20 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5.31
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches209
Length overall - Inches192
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Engine max135 HP
Engine max40 HP
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1590 lbs
Maximum capacity1250 lbs
Maximum people7 Persons
Maximum people7 Persons
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum