The Alumacraft MV 2072 AW FF 2004 vs Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 115 hp for the Alumacraft MV 2072 AW FF 2004 and 130 hp for the Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Alumacraft MV 2072 AW FF 2004 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft MV 2072 AW FF 2004 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Alumacraft MV 2072 AW FF 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.