Matching a deep vee Lund 197 Pro-V GL 2013 against a modified vee Lund 2010 Explorer Sport 2008 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 197 Pro-V GL 2013 measures 19,6 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 17,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lund 2010 Explorer Sport 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 2010 Explorer Sport 2008 tips the scales at 175 lbs — 154 lbs less than the Lund 197 Pro-V GL 2013 at 21 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 197 Pro-V GL 2013 has a 25-hp advantage over the Lund 2010 Explorer Sport 2008'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 — 6 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 197 Pro-V GL 2013 at 19,6 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Lund 2010 Explorer Sport 2008 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.