When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Key West 166 SK 2009 and the Key West 216 BR 2009 are modified vee designs with fiberglass 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Key West 216 BR 2009 measures 21,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Key West 166 SK 2009 at 16,0 feet (2009). At 8 lbs and 21 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 250 hp, the Key West 216 BR 2009 has a 200-hp advantage over the Key West 166 SK 2009's 50-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Key West 216 BR 2009 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Key West 166 SK 2009 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Key West 216 BR 2009 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Key West 216 BR 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Key West 166 SK 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.