When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Excel Boats 754CRSC 2011 and the Excel Boats Bay Pro 203 2013 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Excel Boats Bay Pro 203 2013 measures 20,3 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Excel Boats 754CRSC 2011 at 17,2 feet (2011). At 78 lbs and 155 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 Excel Boats Bay Pro 203 2013 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Excel Boats 754CRSC 2011 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Excel Boats Bay Pro 203 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Excel Boats 754CRSC 2011 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Excel Boats Bay Pro 203 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Excel Boats Bay Pro 203 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 20,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Excel Boats 754CRSC 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.