Matching a flat Alumacraft 1236 2008 against a deep vee Alumacraft Navigator 165 Tiller 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Alumacraft Navigator 165 Tiller 2013 measures 16,7 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 4,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Alumacraft 1236 2008 at 12,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Navigator 165 Tiller 2013 tips the scales at 925 lbs — 800 lbs less than the Alumacraft 1236 2008 at 125 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 Alumacraft Navigator 165 Tiller 2013 tops out at 75 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 1236 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Alumacraft Navigator 165 Tiller 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Alumacraft 1236 2008 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft Navigator 165 Tiller 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Alumacraft Navigator 165 Tiller 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 16,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumacraft 1236 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.