Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine Sea Star 2000 OB 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Starfish 226 CR 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine Sea Star 2000 OB 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Starfish 226 CR 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Starcraft Marine Starfish 226 CR 2005 measures 22,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 20,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Starcraft Marine Sea Star 2000 OB 2006 at 2,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Starcraft Marine Sea Star 2000 OB 2006 tips the scales at 2 315 lbs — 2 294 lbs more than the Starcraft Marine Starfish 226 CR 2005 at 21 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 Starcraft Marine Starfish 226 CR 2005 tops out at 125 hp. Engine specs for the Starcraft Marine Sea Star 2000 OB 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Starcraft Marine Sea Star 2000 OB 2006 carries 51 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Starcraft Marine Starfish 226 CR 2005. 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 Starfish 226 CR 2005 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Starcraft Marine Sea Star 2000 OB 2006 at 2,0 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
ModelSea Star 2000 OB
ModelStarfish 226 CR
Model Year2006
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise13℃
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail30 in. (76 cm)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches3
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail2,315 lbs. (1,050.1 kg)
Weight - Detail2,100 lbs. (952.6 kg)
Weight - kg1050.07
Weight - kg952.54
Weight - lbs.2315
Weight - lbs.21
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (239 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 86 in. (218 cm)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Meters6.2
Length - Meters6.8
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 4 in. (6.2 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in. (6.8 m)
Length overall - Meters6.2
Length overall - Meters6.78
Length overall - Inches244
Length overall - Inches267
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard115 hp Mercury 4s EFI (86 kw)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail51 gal. (193.1 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87.1 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters193.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal51
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutBoard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max125 hp (86 kw)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,485 lbs. (1,127.2 kg)
Maximum capacity2,405 lbs. (1,090.9 kg)
Maximum people12
Maximum people12
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 11 in. (7.9 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightW/Std. Eng.: 3,070 lbs. (1,392.6 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in. (64 cm)