Matching a flat Excel Boats 1751SWV4 2012 against a modified vee Excel Boats 1851 SWCC 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 — Excel Boats 1751SWV4 2012 at 17,0 ft versus Excel Boats 1851 SWCC 2011 at 18,0 ft. At 684 lbs and 755 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 7 000 hp, the Excel Boats 1851 SWCC 2011 has a 6 993-hp advantage over the Excel Boats 1751SWV4 2012's 7-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 4 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 Excel Boats 1851 SWCC 2011 comes in at 0 lbs per hp versus 98 lbs per hp for the Excel Boats 1751SWV4 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.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Excel Boats 1851 SWCC 2011 and its 7 000-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Excel Boats 1751SWV4 2012 with its 7-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.