Matching a pontoon Starcraft Marine 226 RE CR 2008 against a deep vee Starcraft Marine Crossover 200 SCX OB 2013 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Starcraft Marine 226 RE CR 2008 at 22,0 ft versus Starcraft Marine Crossover 200 SCX OB 2013 at 20,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Starcraft Marine Crossover 200 SCX OB 2013 tips the scales at 2 715 lbs — 400 lbs less than the Starcraft Marine 226 RE CR 2008 at 2 315 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 225 hp, the Starcraft Marine Crossover 200 SCX OB 2013 has a 75-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine 226 RE CR 2008's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 3 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 12 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.