Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Ventura 191V L4S O/B 2005 vs Princecraft Vogue 23 XT 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft Ventura 191V L4S O/B 2005 vs Princecraft Vogue 23 XT 2013 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Princecraft Vogue 23 XT 2013 measures 23,9 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 4,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Ventura 191V L4S O/B 2005 at 19,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Vogue 23 XT 2013 tips the scales at 2 337 lbs — 433 lbs less than the Princecraft Ventura 191V L4S O/B 2005 at 1 904 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 Vogue 23 XT 2013 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft Ventura 191V L4S O/B 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Vogue 23 XT 2013 carries 32 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Princecraft Ventura 191V L4S O/B 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 10 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 Vogue 23 XT 2013 at 23,9 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Princecraft Ventura 191V L4S O/B 2005 at 19,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelVentura 191V L4S O/B
ModelVogue 23 XT
Model Year2005
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches97
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail32 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail1,904 lbs. (864 kg)
Weight - Detail2,337 lbs. (1,060 kg)
Weight - kg863.64
Weight - kg1060.04
Weight - lbs.1904
Weight - lbs.2337
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet23.92
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [at waterline]22 ft. 4 in. (6.8 m) pontoon
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]23 ft. 6 in. (7.2 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 11 in. (7.3 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters7.29
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches287
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessBottom: .110 in. (2.8 mm) Side: .110 in. (2.8 mm)
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail32 gal. (121 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters121.13
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal32
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max150 hp (112 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum people10 Persons / 1,323 lbs. (600 kg)
Maximum people10 / 1,400 lbs. (635 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,044 lbs. (927 kg)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.08 in. (2 mm)