Matching a deep vee Nor-Tech 420 Monte Carlo 2013 against a catamaran Nor-Tech 5200 Roadster 2012 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Nor-Tech 5200 Roadster 2012 measures 49,0 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 6,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Nor-Tech 420 Monte Carlo 2013 at 42,8 feet (2013). At 115 lbs and 135 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.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Nor-Tech 5200 Roadster 2012 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Nor-Tech 420 Monte Carlo 2013 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Nor-Tech 5200 Roadster 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Nor-Tech 5200 Roadster 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 49,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Nor-Tech 420 Monte Carlo 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.