The Sun Tracker Fishin Barge 21 2004 vs Sun Tracker Party Barge 24 2011 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 Sun Tracker Party Barge 24 2011 measures 26,1 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 5,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sun Tracker Fishin Barge 21 2004 at 21,0 feet (2004). At 153 lbs and 191 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 Sun Tracker Party Barge 24 2011 tops out at 115 hp. Engine specs for the Sun Tracker Fishin Barge 21 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sun Tracker Party Barge 24 2011 carries 42 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Sun Tracker Fishin Barge 21 2004. 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 Sun Tracker Fishin Barge 21 2004 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Sun Tracker Party Barge 24 2011 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sun Tracker Fishin Barge 21 2004 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Sun Tracker Fishin Barge 21 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sun Tracker Party Barge 24 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.