Matching a modified vee ProGator 180V 2011 against a deep vee ProGator Lil' Gator 2008 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 — ProGator 180V 2011 at 18,8 ft versus ProGator Lil' Gator 2008 at 15,8 ft. At 115 lbs and 35 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 175 hp, the ProGator 180V 2011 has a 115-hp advantage over the ProGator Lil' Gator 2008's 60-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The ProGator 180V 2011 is rated for 4 passengers, while the ProGator Lil' Gator 2008 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the ProGator 180V 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the ProGator 180V 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 4 passengers and at 18,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The ProGator Lil' Gator 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.