Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine 2310 IO 2008 vs Starcraft Marine Aurora 2210 OB 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine 2310 IO 2008 vs Starcraft Marine Aurora 2210 OB 2006 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 Starcraft Marine Aurora 2210 OB 2006 measures 21,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 19,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Starcraft Marine 2310 IO 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). At 255 lbs and 284 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 250 hp, the Starcraft Marine Aurora 2210 OB 2006 has a 244-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine 2310 IO 2008's 6-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 51 gal and 51 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.
Bottom line: The Starcraft Marine Aurora 2210 OB 2006 at 21,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Starcraft Marine 2310 IO 2008 at 2,0 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
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
Model2310 IO
ModelAurora 2210 OB
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise13℃ (at transom)
Deadrise17℃
Depth - Detail33 in. (84 cm)
Depth - Detail32 in. (81 cm)
Depth - Centimeters83.82
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inches33
Depth - Inches32
Weight - DetailBoat Only: 2,550 lbs. (1,156.7 kg)
Weight - Detail2,840 lbs. (1,288.2 kg)
Weight - kg1156.66
Weight - kg1288.2
Weight - lbs.255
Weight - lbs.284
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (239 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 88 in. (224 cm)
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (239 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 90 in. (229 cm)
Height [transom]N/A
Height [transom]25 in. (64 cm)
Length - Meters6.3
Length - Meters6.6
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet21
Length - Inches7
Length - Inches6
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 7 in. (6.3 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in. (6.6 m)
Length overall - Meters6.27
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Inches247
Length overall - Inches258
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail51 gal. (193.1 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail51 gal. (193.1 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters193.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters193.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal51
Fuel tank capacity - Gal51
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max6.2 l MPI 320 hp (239 kW)
Engine max250 hp (187 kw)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,890 lbs. (857.3 kg)
Maximum capacity2,500 lbs. (1,134 kg)
Maximum people12 or 1,700 lbs. / 12 or 771.1 kg
Maximum people12
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 11 in. (7.9 m)
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 2 in. (7.8 m)
Trailer - WeightPackage Weight w/ 6.2 MPI Merc.: 4,100 lbs. (1,859.8 kg)
Trailer - WeightW/250 Merc Verado: 3,886 lbs. (1,762.7 kg)