Matching a modified vee Monterey 194FS 2010 against a deep vee Monterey 214SS 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 — Monterey 194FS 2010 at 19,6 ft versus Monterey 214SS 2013 at 21,7 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Monterey 214SS 2013 tips the scales at 365 lbs — 334 lbs less than the Monterey 194FS 2010 at 31 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 270 hp for the Monterey 194FS 2010 and 270 hp for the Monterey 214SS 2013. 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 36 gal and 36 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 1 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.