The Fisher Freedom 240 DLX 2005 vs Fisher Hawk 170 SC 2006 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 2005 measures 24,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 7,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Fisher Hawk 170 SC 2006 at 17,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Fisher Hawk 170 SC 2006 tips the scales at 1 325 lbs — 1 092 lbs less than the Fisher Freedom 240 DLX 2005 at 233 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 170 SC 2006 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Fisher Freedom 240 DLX 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 3 gal and 3 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Fisher Freedom 240 DLX 2005 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Fisher Hawk 170 SC 2006 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 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Fisher Freedom 240 DLX 2005 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 170 SC 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.