The MirroCraft 4656 (16 ft. Deep Fisherman) 2013 vs MirroCraft Aggressor - 1650 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — MirroCraft 4656 (16 ft. Deep Fisherman) 2013 at 16,0 ft versus MirroCraft Aggressor - 1650 2006 at 16,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the MirroCraft Aggressor - 1650 2006 tips the scales at 985 lbs — 742 lbs less than the MirroCraft 4656 (16 ft. Deep Fisherman) 2013 at 243 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 70 hp, the MirroCraft Aggressor - 1650 2006 has a 45-hp advantage over the MirroCraft 4656 (16 ft. Deep Fisherman) 2013's 25-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The MirroCraft 4656 (16 ft. Deep Fisherman) 2013 comes in at 10 lbs per hp versus 14 lbs per hp for the MirroCraft Aggressor - 1650 2006. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the MirroCraft Aggressor - 1650 2006 and its 70-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the MirroCraft 4656 (16 ft. Deep Fisherman) 2013 with its 25-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.