Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine Fishmaster 196 2022 vs Starcraft Marine SeaFarer 14 L SS 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine Fishmaster 196 2022 vs Starcraft Marine SeaFarer 14 L SS 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.
The Starcraft Marine SeaFarer 14 L SS 2005 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Starcraft Marine Fishmaster 196 2022 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Fishmaster 196 2022 at 19,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Starcraft Marine SeaFarer 14 L SS 2005 at 14,0 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail19.00 ft
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 3 in. (4.3 m)
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet14
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Meters4.34
Length overall - Inches228
Length overall - Inches171
Beamnot available
Beam67 in. (170 cm)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.7
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches67
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise8℃
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail29 in. (74 cm)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters73.66
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches29
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail255 lbs. (115.7 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg115.67
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.255
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail66 in. (168 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 53 in. (135 cm)
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters4.3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeOther
Fuel typenot available
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max25 hp (18.6 kw)
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,020 lbs. (462.7 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people5
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeStarcraft Marine
Modelnot available
ModelSeaFarer 14 L SS
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2005
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.100 in. (.254 cm)