Matching a flat Lund 1032 2009 against a modified vee Lund 1800 Pro-V Tiller 2006 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 Lund 1800 Pro-V Tiller 2006 measures 18,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 17,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lund 1032 2009 at 1,0 feet (2009). At 8 lbs and 15 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 90 hp, the Lund 1800 Pro-V Tiller 2006 has a 87-hp advantage over the Lund 1032 2009's 3-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 Lund 1800 Pro-V Tiller 2006 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund 1032 2009 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 1800 Pro-V Tiller 2006 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Lund 1800 Pro-V Tiller 2006 comes in at 0 lbs per hp versus 3 lbs per hp for the Lund 1032 2009. 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.
Bottom line: Choose the Lund 1800 Pro-V Tiller 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund 1032 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 2 that costs less to run day-to-day.