Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB   2006 boat specs
Starcraft Marine
Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006
2006
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Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC  2005 boat specs
Starcraft Marine
Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005
2005
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Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 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 FD 191 OB 2006 at 19,0 ft versus Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 at 16,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 tips the scales at 2 718 lbs — 1 933 lbs more than the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 at 785 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 200 hp, the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 has a 125-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005's 75-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 carries 16 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 19,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
ModelFD 191 OB
ModelStarfire 160 DC
Model Year2006
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam83 in. (210 cm)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.11
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches83
Deadrise13℃
Deadrise12℃
Weight - Detail2,718 lbs. (1,232.9 kg)
Weight - Detail785 lbs. 356.1 kg)
Weight - kg1232.86
Weight - kg356.07
Weight - lbs.2718
Weight - lbs.785
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (239 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 87 in. (221 cm)
Width [transom] - Detail80 in. (203 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 64 in. (163 cm)
Height - DetailFence: 27 in. (69 cm)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.69
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches27
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Length - Meters5.8
Length - Meters4.9
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 1 in. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Meters4.9
Length overall - Inches228
Length overall - Inches193
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail23 in. (58 cm)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches23
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail12 in. (31 cm)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.3
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches12
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail21 in. (53 cm)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches21
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness.080 in. (.203 cm)
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189.3 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail16 gal. (60.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters60.57
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal16
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max200 hp (149 kw)
Engine max75 hp (56 kw)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,250 lbs. (1,020.6 kg)
Maximum capacity1,350 lbs. (612.4 kg)
Maximum people11
Maximum people6
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 11 in. (7.9 m)
Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 6 in. (6.3 m)
Trailer - WeightW/200 Merc Verado: 3,735 lbs. (1,694.2 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailTowing Wt. W/200 Merc Opt.: 1,820 lbs. (825.6 kg)

Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 or the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005?
The Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 is the longer of the two at 19,0 feet overall. The Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 3,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 or the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005?
For trailering, the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 has the edge at 785 lbs dry weight versus 2 718 lbs for the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 tops out at 75 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 is certified for 6. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 measures 102" wide, compared to 83" for the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 or the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005?
The Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 has the bigger tank at 16 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 and Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Starcraft Marine FD 191 OB 2006 and the Starcraft Marine Starfire 160 DC 2005 are built by Starcraft Marine. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.