Matching a tunnel Mako Boats 2201 Tunnel Inshore 2009 against a deep vee Mako Boats 284 Walk Around 2007 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 600 hp, the Mako Boats 284 Walk Around 2007 has a 375-hp advantage over the Mako Boats 2201 Tunnel Inshore 2009's 225-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 284 Walk Around 2007 carries 194 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Mako Boats 2201 Tunnel Inshore 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 8 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.