The Crestliner Fish Hawk Series 1750 Tiller 2009 is a modified-V design and the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1750 2012 is a deep-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 - Crestliner Fish Hawk Series 1750 Tiller 2009 at 17,0 ft versus Crestliner Pro Tiller 1750 2012 at 17,5 ft. At 1 050 lbs and 1 100 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 - 90 hp for the Crestliner Fish Hawk Series 1750 Tiller 2009 and 90 hp for the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1750 2012. 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 24 gal and 24 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 Crestliner Fish Hawk Series 1750 Tiller 2009 comes in at 12 lbs per hp versus 12 lbs per hp for the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1750 2012. 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.