Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade SJ 2013 vs Weldcraft Marine Sabre 20 ft. Outboard 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade SJ 2013 vs Weldcraft Marine Sabre 20 ft. Outboard 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade SJ 2013 at 2,0 ft versus Weldcraft Marine Sabre 20 ft. Outboard 2005 at 2,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Weldcraft Marine Sabre 20 ft. Outboard 2005 tips the scales at 175 lbs — 150 lbs less than the Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade SJ 2013 at 25 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 Weldcraft Marine Sabre 20 ft. Outboard 2005 tops out at 225 hp. Engine specs for the Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade SJ 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 62 gal and 62 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade SJ 2013 and Weldcraft Marine Sabre 20 ft. Outboard 2005 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeWeldcraft Marine
MakeWeldcraft Marine
Model20 Renegade SJ
ModelSabre 20 ft. Outboard
Model Year2013
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches86
Beam - Inches95
DeadriseTransom: 14°
Deadrise14℃
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs
Weight - Detail1,750 lbs
Weight - kg1133.98
Weight - kg793.79
Weight - lbs.25
Weight - lbs.175
Width [transom] - Detail86 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSides: 30 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.76
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches3
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detail20 ft
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inches243
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.16 in. Sides: 0.125 in. Transom: 0.19 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine model5.7 l MEFI5
Engine modelnot available
Jet pumpAmerican Turbine SD-309
Jet pumpnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max225 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Maximum capacity1,700 lbs
Maximum people6 / 980 lbs
Maximum people6