The Monterey 260SCR 2010 is a modified-V design and the Monterey 318SC 2008 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 320 hp for the Monterey 260SCR 2010 and 320 hp for the Monterey 318SC 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 Monterey 318SC 2008 carries 142 gallons versus 80 gallons in the Monterey 260SCR 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.