Matching a modified vee Lund 1600 Explorer SS 2006 against a deep vee Lund 1825 Rebel XL Sport 2013 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Lund 1600 Explorer SS 2006 at 16,0 ft versus Lund 1825 Rebel XL Sport 2013 at 18,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 1600 Explorer SS 2006 tips the scales at 1 035 lbs — 140 lbs more than the Lund 1825 Rebel XL Sport 2013 at 895 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 125 hp, the Lund 1825 Rebel XL Sport 2013 has a 35-hp advantage over the Lund 1600 Explorer SS 2006's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 19 gal and 19 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 6 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.
Bottom line: The Lund 1825 Rebel XL Sport 2013 at 18,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Lund 1600 Explorer SS 2006 at 16,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.