Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 boat specs
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Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013
2013
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Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 boat specs
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Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004
2004
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Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 vs Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 vs Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 at 18,5 ft versus Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 at 20,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 tips the scales at 2 990 lbs - 1 500 lbs less than the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 at 1 490 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 Sport 182 WS 2013 carries a rated maximum of 175 hp. Engine data for the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 carries 50 gallons versus 40 gallons in the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 10 passengers and at 20,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelSport 182 WS
ModelVacanza 210V I/O
Model Year2013
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam95 in. (2.4 m)
Beam101 in.
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Inches95
Beam - Inches101
Depth - Detail46 in. (1.2 m)
Depth - Detail35 in.
Depth - Centimeters116.84
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Inches46
Depth - Inches35
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail1,490 lbs. (676 kg)
Weight - Detail2990 lbs.
Weight - kg675.85
Weight - kg1356.24
Weight - lbs.1490
Weight - lbs.2990
Width [transom] - Detail80 in. (2 m) chine
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]25 in. (0.6 m)
Height [transom]33 in.
Length - Feet18.5
Length - Feet20
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in. (5.6 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.64
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches222
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thickness0.110 in. (2.8 mm) bottom 0.072 in. (1.8 mm) side
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal40
Fuel tank capacity - Gal50
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max175 hp (131 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,729 lbs. (784 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people8 / 1,085 lbs. (492 kg)
Maximum people10 Persons / 1375 lbs.

Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 vs Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 or the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004?
The Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 is the longer of the two at 20,0 feet overall. The Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 comes in at 18,5 feet, making it roughly 1,5 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 or the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004?
For trailering, the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 has the edge at 1 490 lbs dry weight versus 2 990 lbs for the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 has a documented max rating of 175 hp. Engine specifications for the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 were not available in our database - check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 is certified for 10. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing - on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 measures 101" wide, compared to 95" for the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 or the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004?
The Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 has the bigger tank at 50 gallons, versus 40 gallons on the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013. That 10-gallon difference translates to roughly 30–50 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 and Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Princecraft Sport 182 WS 2013 and the Princecraft Vacanza 210V I/O 2004 are built by Princecraft. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.