The Fisher Freedom 240 DLX CPIII 2004 vs Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2005 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Fisher Freedom 240 DLX CPIII 2004 measures 24,0 feet overall (2004), giving it roughly 8,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2005 at 16,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Fisher Freedom 240 DLX CPIII 2004 tips the scales at 268 lbs — 134 lbs more than the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2005 at 134 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2005 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Fisher Freedom 240 DLX CPIII 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2005 carries 24 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Fisher Freedom 240 DLX CPIII 2004. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Fisher Freedom 240 DLX CPIII 2004 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2005 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Fisher Freedom 240 DLX CPIII 2004 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Fisher Freedom 240 DLX CPIII 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.