Matching a modified vee Hurricane Boats FDGS 202 I/O 2008 against a tri-hull Hurricane Boats SD 217 I/O 2011 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 Hurricane Boats SD 217 I/O 2011 measures 20,8 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 18,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Hurricane Boats FDGS 202 I/O 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Hurricane Boats SD 217 I/O 2011 tips the scales at 4 735 lbs — 990 lbs less than the Hurricane Boats FDGS 202 I/O 2008 at 3 745 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Hurricane Boats SD 217 I/O 2011 has a 30-hp advantage over the Hurricane Boats FDGS 202 I/O 2008's 270-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 52 gal and 52 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 1 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.
Bottom line: The Hurricane Boats SD 217 I/O 2011 at 20,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Hurricane Boats FDGS 202 I/O 2008 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.