Matching a deep vee Crestliner Kodiak 18 SC 2013 against a modified vee Crestliner Raptor 1850 TE DC 2011 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 Kodiak 18 SC 2013 at 18,0 ft versus Crestliner Raptor 1850 TE DC 2011 at 18,7 ft. At 91 lbs and 147 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 175 hp, the Crestliner Raptor 1850 TE DC 2011 has a 100-hp advantage over the Crestliner Kodiak 18 SC 2013's 75-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Crestliner Raptor 1850 TE DC 2011 carries 33 gallons versus 17 gallons in the Crestliner Kodiak 18 SC 2013. 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 Raptor 1850 TE DC 2011 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Crestliner Kodiak 18 SC 2013 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crestliner Raptor 1850 TE DC 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crestliner Raptor 1850 TE DC 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 18,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crestliner Kodiak 18 SC 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.