Matching a deep vee Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 against a modified vee Lund 2010 Predator Sport 2009 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 186 Pro-V GL 2013 measures 18,5 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 16,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lund 2010 Predator Sport 2009 at 2,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 2010 Predator Sport 2009 tips the scales at 1 675 lbs — 1 657 lbs less than the Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 at 18 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 2010 Predator Sport 2009 has a 25-hp advantage over the Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013's 200-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 4 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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.
Bottom line: The Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 at 18,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Lund 2010 Predator Sport 2009 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.