Matching a modified vee Starcraft Marine Freedom Series 2009 against a pontoon Starcraft Marine Starfish 236 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.

The Starcraft Marine Starfish 236 2013 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Starcraft Marine Freedom Series 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Starcraft Marine Freedom Series 2009 carries 23 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Starcraft Marine Starfish 236 2013. 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 Starfish 236 2013 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Freedom Series 2009 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 Starfish 236 2013 could be the deciding factor.