Matching a modified vee Starcraft Marine Limited 195 I/O Sport 2011 against a pontoon Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Starcraft Marine Limited 195 I/O Sport 2011 at 19,8 ft versus Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 at 18,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Starcraft Marine Limited 195 I/O Sport 2011 tips the scales at 1 725 lbs — 1 570 lbs more than the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 at 155 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 220 hp, the Starcraft Marine Limited 195 I/O Sport 2011 has a 170-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012's 50-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 8 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Starcraft Marine Limited 195 I/O Sport 2011 and its 220-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 with its 50-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.