Matching a pontoon Starcraft Marine Limited 236 Starport 2012 against a modified vee Starcraft Marine SF Series 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Starcraft Marine Limited 236 Starport 2012 measures 24,8 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 10,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Starcraft Marine SF Series 2012 at 14,2 feet (2012). At 228 lbs and 185 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 Limited 236 Starport 2012 has a 115-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine SF Series 2012's 35-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Starcraft Marine Limited 236 Starport 2012 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine SF Series 2012 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Starcraft Marine Limited 236 Starport 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Starcraft Marine Limited 236 Starport 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 24,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Starcraft Marine SF Series 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.