Matching a modified vee Starcraft Marine 1700 OB SPORT 2009 against a pontoon Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 130 hp for the Starcraft Marine 1700 OB SPORT 2009 and 150 hp for the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 carries 35 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Starcraft Marine 1700 OB SPORT 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Starcraft Marine 1700 OB SPORT 2009 is rated for up to 8 people. Passenger data for the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 wasn't available.