When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Hewescraft Sea Runner 2009 and the Hewescraft Sportsman 2013 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The Hewescraft Sportsman 2013 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Hewescraft Sea Runner 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Hewescraft Sea Runner 2009 carries 34 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Hewescraft Sportsman 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.