The Odyssey Lextra 2105L 2003 vs Odyssey Millennium 1702M 2004 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Odyssey Millennium 1702M 2004 measures 16,0 feet overall (2004), giving it roughly 14,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Odyssey Lextra 2105L 2003 at 2,0 feet (2003). At 19 lbs and 15 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 Odyssey Lextra 2105L 2003 is rated for 17 passengers, while the Odyssey Millennium 1702M 2004 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Odyssey Lextra 2105L 2003 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Odyssey Lextra 2105L 2003 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 17 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Odyssey Millennium 1702M 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 11 that costs less to run day-to-day.