Both the Eastern Eastern 27 2009 and the Eastern Eastern 31 2009 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The Eastern Eastern 31 2009 tops out at 330 hp. Engine specs for the Eastern Eastern 27 2009 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Eastern Eastern 27 2009 carries 110 gallons versus 100 gallons in the Eastern Eastern 31 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 Eastern Eastern 31 2009 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Eastern Eastern 27 2009 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Eastern Eastern 31 2009 could be the deciding factor.