Matching a modified vee Lund 1700 Explorer 2005 against a deep vee Lund 2010 Predator 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Lund 2010 Predator 2013 measures 20,2 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lund 1700 Explorer 2005 at 17,0 feet (2005). At 108 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 225 hp, the Lund 2010 Predator 2013 has a 100-hp advantage over the Lund 1700 Explorer 2005's 125-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Lund 1700 Explorer 2005 carries 27 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Lund 2010 Predator 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Lund 1700 Explorer 2005 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund 2010 Predator 2013 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 1700 Explorer 2005 could be the deciding factor.