Matching a modified vee Four Winns H260 2011 against a deep vee Four Winns H310 2012 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Four Winns H310 2012 measures 31,3 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 5,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Four Winns H260 2011 at 26,0 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Four Winns H310 2012 tips the scales at 836 lbs — 354 lbs less than the Four Winns H260 2011 at 482 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 Four Winns H260 2011 carries a rated maximum of 380 hp. Engine data for the Four Winns H310 2012 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Four Winns H260 2011 carries 75 gallons versus 13 gallons in the Four Winns H310 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 14 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.