Matching a pontoon Starcraft Marine 240 RE Fish 2010 against a modified vee Starcraft Marine Alaskan 12 TL 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Starcraft Marine 240 RE Fish 2010 measures 24,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 12,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Starcraft Marine Alaskan 12 TL 2013 at 11,8 feet (2013). At 185 lbs and 185 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 90 hp, the Starcraft Marine 240 RE Fish 2010 has a 65-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine Alaskan 12 TL 2013's 25-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Starcraft Marine 240 RE Fish 2010 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Alaskan 12 TL 2013 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Starcraft Marine 240 RE Fish 2010 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Starcraft Marine 240 RE Fish 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Starcraft Marine Alaskan 12 TL 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.