The Rinker 260 Express Cruiser 2009 is a modified-V design and the Rinker Captiva 276 2011 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 - Rinker 260 Express Cruiser 2009 at 28,0 ft versus Rinker Captiva 276 2011 at 28,9 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Rinker 260 Express Cruiser 2009 tips the scales at 6 750 lbs - 1 250 lbs more than the Rinker Captiva 276 2011 at 5 500 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.

The Rinker Captiva 276 2011 tops out at 430 hp. Engine specs for the Rinker 260 Express Cruiser 2009 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 75 gal and 75 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 8 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.