Matching a modified vee Lund 1700 Explorer 2005 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 1700 Explorer 2005 at 17,0 ft versus Lund 1825 Rebel XL Sport 2013 at 18,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 1825 Rebel XL Sport 2013 tips the scales at 895 lbs — 787 lbs less than the Lund 1700 Explorer 2005 at 108 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 125 hp for the Lund 1700 Explorer 2005 and 125 hp for the Lund 1825 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Lund 1700 Explorer 2005 carries 27 gallons versus 19 gallons in the Lund 1825 Rebel XL Sport 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

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.