Matching a flat Alumacraft 1648 2009 against a modified vee Alumacraft VS170 2007 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Alumacraft 1648 2009 at 16,0 ft versus Alumacraft VS170 2007 at 17,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft VS170 2007 tips the scales at 852 lbs — 567 lbs less than the Alumacraft 1648 2009 at 285 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 VS170 2007 tops out at 70 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 1648 2009 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 1648 2009 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Alumacraft VS170 2007 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft 1648 2009 could be the deciding factor.