The Lund 1400 Fury SS 2013 is a deep-V design and the Lund SSV 18 Tiller 2008 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 SSV 18 Tiller 2008 measures 18,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 3,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lund 1400 Fury SS 2013 at 14,8 feet (2013). At 545 lbs and 460 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 - 40 hp for the Lund 1400 Fury SS 2013 and 60 hp for the Lund SSV 18 Tiller 2008. 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 Lund SSV 18 Tiller 2008 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Lund 1400 Fury SS 2013 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund SSV 18 Tiller 2008 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Lund SSV 18 Tiller 2008 comes in at 8 lbs per hp versus 14 lbs per hp for the Lund 1400 Fury SS 2013. 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 SSV 18 Tiller 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 5 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund 1400 Fury SS 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.