The SeaArk Predator 200AK 2007 vs SeaArk Stealth 172 2012 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 SeaArk Stealth 172 2012 measures 17,2 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 15,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the SeaArk Predator 200AK 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the SeaArk Stealth 172 2012 tips the scales at 985 lbs — 840 lbs less than the SeaArk Predator 200AK 2007 at 145 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 SeaArk Stealth 172 2012 tops out at 75 hp. Engine specs for the SeaArk Predator 200AK 2007 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The SeaArk Stealth 172 2012 is rated for 5 passengers, while the SeaArk Predator 200AK 2007 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the SeaArk Stealth 172 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the SeaArk Stealth 172 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 17,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The SeaArk Predator 200AK 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.