The Lund 1600 Alaskan SS 2011 is a modified-V design and the Lund 1650 Rebel XL Sport 2013 is a deep-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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Lund 1600 Alaskan SS 2011 at 16,8 ft versus Lund 1650 Rebel XL Sport 2013 at 16,5 ft. At 915 lbs and 890 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 - 75 hp for the Lund 1600 Alaskan SS 2011 and 90 hp for the Lund 1650 Rebel XL Sport 2013. 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 19 gal and 19 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Lund 1650 Rebel XL Sport 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund 1600 Alaskan SS 2011 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 1650 Rebel XL Sport 2013 could be the deciding factor.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Lund 1650 Rebel XL Sport 2013 comes in at 10 lbs per hp versus 12 lbs per hp for the Lund 1600 Alaskan SS 2011. 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.