Matching a modified vee Lowe Frontier 2070CC 2012 against a deep vee Lowe FS175 2012 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 Lowe FS175 2012 measures 17,3 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 15,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lowe Frontier 2070CC 2012 at 2,0 feet (2012). At 111 lbs and 115 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 115 hp for the Lowe Frontier 2070CC 2012 and 115 hp for the Lowe FS175 2012. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Lowe FS175 2012 is rated for 960 passengers, while the Lowe Frontier 2070CC 2012 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lowe FS175 2012 could be the deciding factor.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Lowe FS175 2012 comes in at 1 lbs per hp versus 1 lbs per hp for the Lowe Frontier 2070CC 2012. 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.