The Fairline Phantom 40 2007 vs Fairline Targa 44 2007 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Fairline Phantom 40 2007 at 41,0 ft versus Fairline Targa 44 2007 at 44,0 ft. At 2 554 lbs and 2 491 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 730 hp for the Fairline Phantom 40 2007 and 730 hp for the Fairline Targa 44 2007. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 265 gal and 265 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Fairline Targa 44 2007 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Fairline Phantom 40 2007 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Fairline Targa 44 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Fairline Targa 44 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 44,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Fairline Phantom 40 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.