Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 vs Starcraft Marine Elite 226 RE CR Weekender 2006: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 vs Starcraft Marine Elite 226 RE CR Weekender 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 at 20,0 ft versus Starcraft Marine Elite 226 RE CR Weekender 2006 at 22,0 ft. At 2 405 lbs and 2 315 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 Starcraft Marine Elite 226 RE CR Weekender 2006 tops out at 125 hp. Engine specs for the Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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.
The Starcraft Marine Elite 226 RE CR Weekender 2006 is an inflatable design - lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 and Starcraft Marine Elite 226 RE CR Weekender 2006 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
ModelElectric Deck Boat 200 IO
ModelElite 226 RE CR Weekender
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise17° (at transom)
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail30 in. (76 cm)
Depth - Detail27 in. (69 cm)
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Inches30
Depth - Inches27
Weight - DetailBoat Only: 2,405 lbs.(1,091 kg)
Weight - Detail2,315 lbs. (1,050.1 kg)
Weight - kg1090.89
Weight - kg1050.07
Weight - lbs.2405
Weight - lbs.2315
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (239 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 86 in. (218 cm)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]N/A
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Length - Meters6.2
Length - Meters6.8
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 4 in. (6.2 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in. (6.8 m)
Length overall - Meters6.2
Length overall - Meters6.78
Length overall - Inches244
Length overall - Inches267
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailN/A
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113.6 l)
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxN/A
Engine max125 hp (86 kw)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,890 lbs. (857.3 kg)
Maximum capacity2,405 lbs. (1,090.9 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 allnot available
Trailer - WeightPackage Weight w/ 5.0 MPI Merc.: 3,850 lbs. (1,746.4 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in. (64 cm)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 in. (.203 cm)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2