Matching a modified vee Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 against a deep vee Larson LX 180 S O/B 2013 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 at 17,0 ft versus Larson LX 180 S O/B 2013 at 18,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 tips the scales at 2 375 lbs — 196 lbs more than the Larson LX 180 S O/B 2013 at 2 179 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 190 hp, the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 has a 40-hp advantage over the Larson LX 180 S O/B 2013's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 carries 23 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Larson LX 180 S O/B 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 8 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.