Matching a deep vee Mako Boats 284 CC 2013 against a modified vee Mako Boats 284 Express 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Mako Boats 284 CC 2013 at 28,3 ft versus Mako Boats 284 Express 2008 at 28,0 ft. At 6 lbs and 7 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 300 hp, the Mako Boats 284 CC 2013 has a 100-hp advantage over the Mako Boats 284 Express 2008's 200-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 CC 2013 carries 228 gallons versus 194 gallons in the Mako Boats 284 Express 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Mako Boats 284 CC 2013 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Mako Boats 284 Express 2008 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Mako Boats 284 CC 2013 could be the deciding factor.