When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Allison XR-2001 Drag Racer 2012 and the Allison XS-2003 Grandsport 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 XS-2003 Grandsport 2013 tops out at 450 hp. Engine specs for the Allison XR-2001 Drag Racer 2012 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Allison XS-2003 Grandsport 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Allison XR-2001 Drag Racer 2012 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Allison XS-2003 Grandsport 2013 could be the deciding factor.