Matching a modified vee Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 against a deep vee Crestliner Kodiak 18 SC 2012 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 — Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 at 18,0 ft versus Crestliner Kodiak 18 SC 2012 at 18,0 ft. At 81 lbs and 81 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 Kodiak 18 SC 2012 tops out at 75 hp. Engine specs for the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 17 gal and 17 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Crestliner Kodiak 18 SC 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crestliner Kodiak 18 SC 2012 could be the deciding factor.