The Cobia Boats 180 Dual Console (2013) 2012 is a deep-V design and the Cobia Boats 194CC 2011 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 - Cobia Boats 180 Dual Console (2013) 2012 at 17,8 ft versus Cobia Boats 194CC 2011 at 18,5 ft. At 1 900 lbs and 1 950 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 150 hp for the Cobia Boats 180 Dual Console (2013) 2012 and 150 hp for the Cobia Boats 194CC 2011. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Cobia Boats 194CC 2011 carries 65 gallons versus 47 gallons in the Cobia Boats 180 Dual Console (2013) 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Cobia Boats 180 Dual Console (2013) 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Cobia Boats 194CC 2011 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Cobia Boats 180 Dual Console (2013) 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Cobia Boats 180 Dual Console (2013) 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 17,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Cobia Boats 194CC 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.