Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine C-Star 166 DC 2004 vs Starcraft Marine SeaFarer 16 C 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine C-Star 166 DC 2004 vs Starcraft Marine SeaFarer 16 C 2004 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 125 hp, the Starcraft Marine C-Star 166 DC 2004 has a 121-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine SeaFarer 16 C 2004's 4-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 6 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Starcraft Marine C-Star 166 DC 2004 and its 125-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Starcraft Marine SeaFarer 16 C 2004 with its 4-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
ModelC-Star 166 DC
ModelSeaFarer 16 C
Model Year2004
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inches74
Deadrise15°
Deadrise15℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail11 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail10 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.28
Draft [drive up] meters0.25
Draft [drive up] inches11
Draft [drive up] inches1
Draft [max] - Detail22 in
Draft [max] - Detail19 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Meters0.48
Draft [max] - Inches22
Draft [max] - Inches19
Weight - Detail1135 lbs
Weight - Detail520 lbs
Weight - kg514.83
Weight - kg235.87
Weight - lbs.1135
Weight - lbs.52
Height - Detail27 in
Height - Detail20 in
Height - Meters0.69
Height - Meters0.51
Height - Inches27
Height - Inches2
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]20 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Meters5.03
Length overall - Meters4.98
Length overall - Inches198
Length overall - Inches196
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail32 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters121.13
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal32
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1500 lbs
Maximum capacity1200 lbs
Maximum people6 persons
Maximum people6 persons