The Go-Devil 18 x 38 2013 vs Go-Devil Pirogues 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 Go-Devil 18 x 38 2013 measures 18,0 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Go-Devil Pirogues 2005 at 14,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Go-Devil 18 x 38 2013 tips the scales at 430 lbs - 340 lbs more than the Go-Devil Pirogues 2005 at 90 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 Go-Devil 18 x 38 2013 carries a rated maximum of 30 hp. Engine data for the Go-Devil Pirogues 2005 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 Go-Devil 18 x 38 2013 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Go-Devil Pirogues 2005 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Go-Devil 18 x 38 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Go-Devil 18 x 38 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 5 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Go-Devil Pirogues 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.