Matching a other Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 against a flat Alumacraft Pro 175 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 at 16,0 ft versus Alumacraft Pro 175 2013 at 17,4 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Pro 175 2013 tips the scales at 1 075 lbs — 453 lbs less than the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 at 622 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 Pro 175 2013 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 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 Fisherman 160 CS 2008 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Alumacraft Pro 175 2013 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 could be the deciding factor.