The Lowe AN140T 2005 vs Lowe ST195 2009 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 Lowe ST195 2009 measures 18,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lowe AN140T 2005 at 13,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lowe AN140T 2005 tips the scales at 615 lbs — 509 lbs more than the Lowe ST195 2009 at 106 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 115 hp, the Lowe ST195 2009 has a 85-hp advantage over the Lowe AN140T 2005's 30-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

Both boats are rated for 5 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.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Lowe ST195 2009 comes in at 1 lbs per hp versus 21 lbs per hp for the Lowe AN140T 2005. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.