When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2520 RX FasDeck 2009 and the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2010 are deep 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 Regal 2700 Bowrider 2010 measures 28,5 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 2520 RX FasDeck 2009 at 25,3 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal 2520 RX FasDeck 2009 tips the scales at 485 lbs — 427 lbs more than the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2010 at 58 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

Both boats are rated for 14 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.