Matching a modified vee Lund 165PE 2005 against a deep vee Lund 1875 Pro-V SE 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 165PE 2005 at 16,0 ft versus Lund 1875 Pro-V SE 2013 at 18,8 ft. At 55 lbs and 16 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 200 hp, the Lund 1875 Pro-V SE 2013 has a 140-hp advantage over the Lund 165PE 2005's 60-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 1875 Pro-V SE 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund 165PE 2005 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 1875 Pro-V SE 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Lund 1875 Pro-V SE 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 18,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund 165PE 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.