The Gillgetter 715 Cruise 2005 vs Gillgetter 715 Tiller 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Gillgetter 715 Cruise 2005 at 14,0 ft versus Gillgetter 715 Tiller 2006 at 14,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Gillgetter 715 Tiller 2006 tips the scales at 875 lbs — 867 lbs less than the Gillgetter 715 Cruise 2005 at 8 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 Gillgetter 715 Tiller 2006 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Gillgetter 715 Cruise 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Gillgetter 715 Tiller 2006 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Gillgetter 715 Cruise 2005 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Gillgetter 715 Tiller 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Gillgetter 715 Tiller 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 14,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Gillgetter 715 Cruise 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.