The Lund 2010 Explorer SS 2010 vs Lund U1756VF 2006 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Lund 2010 Explorer SS 2010 measures 20,2 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lund U1756VF 2006 at 17,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund U1756VF 2006 tips the scales at 545 lbs — 528 lbs less than the Lund 2010 Explorer SS 2010 at 17 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 200 hp, the Lund 2010 Explorer SS 2010 has a 145-hp advantage over the Lund U1756VF 2006's 55-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Lund 2010 Explorer SS 2010 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund U1756VF 2006 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 2010 Explorer SS 2010 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Lund 2010 Explorer SS 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 20,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund U1756VF 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.