Matching a modified vee Eliminator 27 ft. Fun Deck 2009 against a catamaran Eliminator 30 ft. Daytona 2010 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 — Eliminator 27 ft. Fun Deck 2009 at 27,3 ft versus Eliminator 30 ft. Daytona 2010 at 29,8 ft. At 5 lbs and 68 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.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Eliminator 27 ft. Fun Deck 2009 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Eliminator 30 ft. Daytona 2010 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Eliminator 27 ft. Fun Deck 2009 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Eliminator 27 ft. Fun Deck 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 27,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Eliminator 30 ft. Daytona 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.