Both the Bayliner 195 Bowrider 2013 and the Bayliner 197 Deck 2013 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Bayliner 195 Bowrider 2013 at 19,0 ft versus Bayliner 197 Deck 2013 at 18,6 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Bayliner 195 Bowrider 2013 tips the scales at 3 020 lbs - 325 lbs more than the Bayliner 197 Deck 2013 at 2 695 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.

Both boats are rated for 5 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.