Matching a deep vee Lund 1875 Pro-V IFS 2013 against a modified vee Lund 197 Pro-V GL 2011 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Lund 1875 Pro-V IFS 2013 at 18,8 ft versus Lund 197 Pro-V GL 2011 at 19,6 ft. At 16 lbs and 21 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 225 hp, the Lund 197 Pro-V GL 2011 has a 25-hp advantage over the Lund 1875 Pro-V IFS 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 6 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Lund 1875 Pro-V IFS 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund 197 Pro-V GL 2011 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 1875 Pro-V IFS 2013 could be the deciding factor.