When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Allison SS-2000 SuperSport 2012 and the Allison XR-2001 River Racer 2013 are modified vee designs with composite construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The Allison SS-2000 SuperSport 2012 carries a rated maximum of 390 hp. Engine data for the Allison XR-2001 River Racer 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Allison SS-2000 SuperSport 2012 is rated for 3 passengers, while the Allison XR-2001 River Racer 2013 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Allison SS-2000 SuperSport 2012 could be the deciding factor.