Matching a deep vee Alumacraft Dominator 185 CS 2013 against a modified vee Alumacraft MV 1860 AW SC 2006 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 Dominator 185 CS 2013 at 18,8 ft versus Alumacraft MV 1860 AW SC 2006 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Dominator 185 CS 2013 tips the scales at 1 438 lbs — 563 lbs more than the Alumacraft MV 1860 AW SC 2006 at 875 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Alumacraft Dominator 185 CS 2013 has a 60-hp advantage over the Alumacraft MV 1860 AW SC 2006's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

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.