Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 boat specs
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Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010
2010
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Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 boat specs
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Princecraft Vectra 21 2012
2012
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Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 vs Princecraft Vectra 21 2012: A Close Look at Two Pontoon Boats

Both the Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 and the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 are pontoon designs, both built in aluminium, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 at 21,2 ft versus Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 at 21,5 ft. At 1 700 lbs and 1 704 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class - either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 90 hp for the Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 and 90 hp for the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012. 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 carry nearly identical fuel loads - 33 gal and 33 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 could be the deciding factor.

One place where both boats are genuinely identical is tube construction: both run 2 aluminum tubes at 25" diameter. That shared spec means stability and buoyancy characteristics are closely matched - the ride difference you'll feel between them comes primarily from deck length, weight distribution, and motor choice.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 10 passengers and at 21,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelVantage 20 SF
ModelVectra 21
Model Year2010
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam8 ft. 5 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches101
Weight - Detail1,700 lbs. (771 kg)
Weight - Detail1,704 lbs. (773 kg)
Weight - kg771.11
Weight - kg772.92
Weight - lbs.1700
Weight - lbs.1704
Length [deck]20 ft. 0 in. (6.1 m)
Length [deck]20 ft. (6.1 m)
Length - Feet21.17
Length - Feet21.5
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 2 in. (6.5 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in. (6.6 m)
Length overall - Meters6.45
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Inches254
Length overall - Inches258
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube gauge0.080 in. (2 mm)
Tube gauge0.080 in. (2 mm)
Number of tubes2
Number of tubes2
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,368 lbs. (621 kg) Total: 1,970 lbs. (894 kg)
Maximum capacity1,948 lbs. (884 kg)
Maximum people7
Maximum people10 / 1,346 lbs. (611 kg)

Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 vs Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 or the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012?
The Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 is the longer of the two at 21,5 feet overall. The Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 comes in at 21,2 feet, making it roughly 0,3 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 or the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012?
For trailering, the Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 has the edge at 1 700 lbs dry weight versus 1 704 lbs for the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 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 Vantage 20 SF 2010 measures 102" wide, compared to 101" for the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012. 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.
How do the fuel tanks compare on the Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 and Princecraft Vectra 21 2012?
Both boats carry similar fuel loads - 33 gallons and 33 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.
Are the Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 and Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Princecraft Vantage 20 SF 2010 and the Princecraft Vectra 21 2012 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.