When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Moomba Mojo 2.5 2012 and the Moomba Outback V 2009 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Moomba Mojo 2.5 2012 measures 22,5 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 20,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Moomba Outback V 2009 at 2,0 feet (2009). At 39 lbs and 3 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 — 330 hp for the Moomba Mojo 2.5 2012 and 325 hp for the Moomba Outback V 2009. 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.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Moomba Mojo 2.5 2012 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Moomba Outback V 2009 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Moomba Mojo 2.5 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Moomba Mojo 2.5 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 16 passengers and at 22,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Moomba Outback V 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.