When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Lund 170SEE 2005 and the Lund 1900 Pro-V LE 2008 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Lund 170SEE 2005 at 17,0 ft versus Lund 1900 Pro-V LE 2008 at 19,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 1900 Pro-V LE 2008 tips the scales at 175 lbs — 110 lbs less than the Lund 170SEE 2005 at 65 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 225 hp, the Lund 1900 Pro-V LE 2008 has a 175-hp advantage over the Lund 170SEE 2005's 50-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.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Lund 1900 Pro-V LE 2008 and its 225-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Lund 170SEE 2005 with its 50-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.