The Lund 1875 Fisherman Sport 2023 vs Lund Pro Angler 17 2007 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 1875 Fisherman Sport 2023 at 18,1 ft versus Lund Pro Angler 17 2007 at 17,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 1875 Fisherman Sport 2023 tips the scales at 1 950 lbs — 1 829 lbs more than the Lund Pro Angler 17 2007 at 121 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 115 hp, the Lund 1875 Fisherman Sport 2023 has a 40-hp advantage over the Lund Pro Angler 17 2007's 75-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 32 gal and 32 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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 1875 Fisherman Sport 2023 and its 115-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Lund Pro Angler 17 2007 with its 75-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.