Matching a modified vee Excel Boats 1751VF4SC 2013 against a flat Excel Boats 1851SWV 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 1751VF4SC 2013 at 17,0 ft versus Excel Boats 1851SWV 2011 at 18,0 ft. At 645 lbs and 695 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 60 hp, the Excel Boats 1751VF4SC 2013 has a 53-hp advantage over the Excel Boats 1851SWV 2011'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 1751VF4SC 2013 comes in at 11 lbs per hp versus 99 lbs per hp for the Excel Boats 1851SWV 2011. 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 1751VF4SC 2013 and its 60-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Excel Boats 1851SWV 2011 with its 7-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.