When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Rinker 340 Express Cruiser 2009 and the Rinker 370 Express Cruiser 2008 are modified 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 Rinker 340 Express Cruiser 2009 measures 35,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 31,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Rinker 370 Express Cruiser 2008 at 4,0 feet (2008). At 141 lbs and 184 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 Rinker 370 Express Cruiser 2008 tops out at 375 hp. Engine specs for the Rinker 340 Express Cruiser 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Rinker 370 Express Cruiser 2008 carries 235 gallons versus 168 gallons in the Rinker 340 Express Cruiser 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Rinker 370 Express Cruiser 2008 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Rinker 340 Express Cruiser 2009 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Rinker 370 Express Cruiser 2008 could be the deciding factor.