The Lund 1700 Pro Sport 2009 vs Lund 2070 Predator SS/CC 2023 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 Pro Sport 2009 at 17,0 ft versus Lund 2070 Predator SS/CC 2023 at 20,0 ft. At 1 200 lbs and 1 100 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 150 hp, the Lund 2070 Predator SS/CC 2023 has a 35-hp advantage over the Lund 1700 Pro Sport 2009's 115-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 Pro Sport 2009 carries 24 gallons versus 20 gallons in the Lund 2070 Predator SS/CC 2023. 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 2070 Predator SS/CC 2023 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund 1700 Pro Sport 2009 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 2070 Predator SS/CC 2023 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Lund 2070 Predator SS/CC 2023 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 20,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund 1700 Pro Sport 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.