When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2009 and the Regal 46 Sport Coupe 2013 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 46 Sport Coupe 2013 measures 46,0 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 17,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2009 at 28,5 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal 46 Sport Coupe 2013 tips the scales at 253 lbs — 195 lbs less than the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2009 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.