Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 vs Crestliner CX 1754 2006: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 vs Crestliner CX 1754 2006 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 at 18,0 ft versus Crestliner CX 1754 2006 at 17,0 ft. At 810 lbs and 800 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 Crestliner CX 1754 2006 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Crestliner CX 1754 2006 carries 21 gallons versus 17 gallons in the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009. 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 Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Crestliner CX 1754 2006 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 5 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crestliner CX 1754 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeCrestliner
MakeCrestliner
ModelCanadian Series 18 Tiller
ModelCX 1754
Model Year2009
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam79 in. (200 cm)
Beam76 in. (193 cm)
Beam - Meters2.01
Beam - Meters1.93
Beam - Inches79
Beam - Inches76
Deadrise10℃
Deadrise8℃
Depth - Detail21 in. (53 cm) max cockpit depth
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches21
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail810 lbs. (367 kg)
Weight - Detail800 lbs. (363 kg)
Weight - kg367.41
Weight - kg362.87
Weight - lbs.810
Weight - lbs.800
Width [transom] - Detail79 in. (200 cm)
Width [transom] - Detail54 in. (137 cm)
Height - Detail32 in. (81 cm)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches32
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Length - Meters5.5
Length - Meters5.2
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in. (5.5 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in. (5.2 m)
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches204
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.090 in. Sides: 0.080 in. Transom: 0.125 in.
Hull thicknessBottom: .100 Sides: .100
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail17 gal. (64 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail21 gal. (79 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters64.35
Fuel tank capacity - Liters79.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal17
Fuel tank capacity - Gal21
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxN/A
Engine max90 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard25EL
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,000 lbs. (453 kg)
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs. (499 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people4
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailShoreLand'r painted bunk trailer, black
Trailer - Detailnot available