Matching a tunnel Mako Boats 191 Tunnel Inshore 2009 against a modified vee Mako Boats Pro 17 Skiff CC 2013 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 — Mako Boats 191 Tunnel Inshore 2009 at 19,0 ft versus Mako Boats Pro 17 Skiff CC 2013 at 17,3 ft. At 16 lbs and 95 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 175 hp, the Mako Boats 191 Tunnel Inshore 2009 has a 115-hp advantage over the Mako Boats Pro 17 Skiff CC 2013's 60-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Mako Boats 191 Tunnel Inshore 2009 carries 47 gallons versus 7 gallons in the Mako Boats Pro 17 Skiff CC 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

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.