The spec sheets list the Malibu Wakesetter 247 LSV 2006 as modified vee and the Malibu Wakesetter 247 RX 2008 as v25, so check how each hull rides in the conditions you use before you decide.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Malibu Wakesetter 247 LSV 2006 at 24,0 ft versus Malibu Wakesetter 247 RX 2008 at 24,0 ft. At 4 000 lbs and 4 000 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 - 450 hp for the Malibu Wakesetter 247 LSV 2006 and 450 hp for the Malibu Wakesetter 247 RX 2008. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Malibu Wakesetter 247 LSV 2006 carries 87 gallons versus 46 gallons in the Malibu Wakesetter 247 RX 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 16 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.