Both the Lund 2000 Alaskan 2005 and the Lund 2000 Alaskan SS 2006 are modified-V designs, both built in aluminium, so 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 2000 Alaskan 2005 at 20,0 ft versus Lund 2000 Alaskan SS 2006 at 20,0 ft. At 1 185 lbs and 1 135 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 125 hp for the Lund 2000 Alaskan 2005 and 125 hp for the Lund 2000 Alaskan SS 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 27 gal and 27 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 7 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.