Matching a modified vee Fish-Rite Baja XL Series 2009 against a flat Fish-Rite Fishmaster 20 ft. 2008 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.
The Fish-Rite Fishmaster 20 ft. 2008 tops out at 200 hp. Engine specs for the Fish-Rite Baja XL Series 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Fish-Rite Fishmaster 20 ft. 2008 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Fish-Rite Baja XL Series 2009 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Fish-Rite Fishmaster 20 ft. 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Fish-Rite Fishmaster 20 ft. 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Fish-Rite Baja XL Series 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.