Matching a modified vee Fish-Rite Explorer 24 ft. 2007 against a deep vee Fish-Rite Performer Series 2009 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 Explorer 24 ft. 2007 carries a rated maximum of 225 hp. Engine data for the Fish-Rite Performer Series 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Fish-Rite Explorer 24 ft. 2007 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Fish-Rite Performer 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 Explorer 24 ft. 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Fish-Rite Explorer 24 ft. 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Fish-Rite Performer 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.