The Crest Fisherman DL 1800 2004 vs Crest Ultra 27 2005 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Crest Ultra 27 2005 measures 27,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 9,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crest Fisherman DL 1800 2004 at 18,0 feet (2004). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest Ultra 27 2005 tips the scales at 375 lbs — 200 lbs less than the Crest Fisherman DL 1800 2004 at 175 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 200 hp, the Crest Ultra 27 2005 has a 125-hp advantage over the Crest Fisherman DL 1800 2004's 75-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Crest Ultra 27 2005 is rated for 18 passengers, while the Crest Fisherman DL 1800 2004 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crest Ultra 27 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest Ultra 27 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 18 passengers and at 27,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest Fisherman DL 1800 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 11 that costs less to run day-to-day.