Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007 vs Starcraft Marine Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007 vs Starcraft Marine Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013 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 Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007 at 21,0 ft versus Starcraft Marine Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013 at 23,8 ft. At 2 300 lbs and 2 200 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013 has a 144-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007's 6-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 Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007 carries 45 gallons versus 30 gallons in the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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.
Bottom line: The Starcraft Marine Stardeck 236 Starlounger 2013 at 23,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007 at 21,0 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.
General Boat Info
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
ModelLimited 2150 RE Cuddy
ModelStardeck 236 Starlounger
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam102 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise17℃
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail32 in. (81 cm)
Depth - Detail27 in.
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches27
Weight - Detail2,300 lbs. (1,043 kg)
Weight - Detail2,200 lbs.
Weight - kg1043.26
Weight - kg997.9
Weight - lbs.2300
Weight - lbs.2200
Width [transom] - Detail99 in. (252 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 76 in. (193 cm)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Meters6.5
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet23.83
Length - Inches2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 2 in. (6.5 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in.
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 10 in.
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters7.26
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches286
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (170.3 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max6.2 MPI 320 hp (239 kW)
Engine max150 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeYamaha
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelF90LA
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,900 lbs. (861.8 kg)
Maximum capacity2,295 lbs.
Maximum people12 or 1,675 lbs. (759.8 kg)
Maximum people12
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 2 in. (7.7 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightPackage Weight with 6.2 MPI Merc: 3,728 lbs. (1,691 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in.
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 ga.
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2