Matching a deep vee Starcraft Marine Crossover 200 SCX OB 2013 against a pontoon Starcraft Marine Stardeck 236 Starlounger 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 Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013 measures 23,8 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Starcraft Marine Crossover 200 SCX OB 2013 at 20,3 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Starcraft Marine Crossover 200 SCX OB 2013 tips the scales at 2 715 lbs — 2 693 lbs more than the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013 at 22 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 Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013'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 — 5 gal and 3 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 Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013 at 23,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Starcraft Marine Crossover 200 SCX OB 2013 at 20,3 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.