The Lund 1700 Explorer Sport 2007 vs Lund 1760 Predator Tiller SS/Tiller 2021 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Lund 1700 Explorer Sport 2007 at 17,0 ft versus Lund 1760 Predator Tiller SS/Tiller 2021 at 17,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 1760 Predator Tiller SS/Tiller 2021 tips the scales at 750 lbs — 635 lbs less than the Lund 1700 Explorer Sport 2007 at 115 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 1700 Explorer Sport 2007 has a 65-hp advantage over the Lund 1760 Predator Tiller SS/Tiller 2021's 60-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

Both boats are rated for 5 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.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Lund 1700 Explorer Sport 2007 comes in at 1 lbs per hp versus 13 lbs per hp for the Lund 1760 Predator Tiller SS/Tiller 2021. 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.

The Lund 1760 Predator Tiller SS/Tiller 2021 is trailerable — a genuine lifestyle advantage at this size. The Lund 1700 Explorer Sport 2007 isn't listed as trailerable, which may mean a permanent berth or mooring is required.