The Lund 1700 Fisherman 2005 is a modified-V design and the Lund 1875 Impact Sport 2013 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 Fisherman 2005 at 17,0 ft versus Lund 1875 Impact Sport 2013 at 18,8 ft. At 1 300 lbs and 1 215 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 150 hp for the Lund 1700 Fisherman 2005 and 150 hp for the Lund 1875 Impact 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 1875 Impact Sport 2013 carries 32 gallons versus 27 gallons in the Lund 1700 Fisherman 2005. 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 Fisherman 2005 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Lund 1875 Impact Sport 2013 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 1700 Fisherman 2005 could be the deciding factor.