Matching a modified vee Century Boats 2001 Center Console 2008 against a deep vee Century Boats 2001 Inshore 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 — Century Boats 2001 Center Console 2008 at 2,0 ft versus Century Boats 2001 Inshore 2013 at 2,0 ft. At 23 lbs and 16 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 175 hp, the Century Boats 2001 Inshore 2013 has a 25-hp advantage over the Century Boats 2001 Center Console 2008's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 6 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Century Boats 2001 Inshore 2013 comes in at 0 lbs per hp versus 0 lbs per hp for the Century Boats 2001 Center Console 2008. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Century Boats 2001 Inshore 2013 and its 175-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Century Boats 2001 Center Console 2008 with its 150-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.