When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Rinker 360 EC 2010 and the Rinker 380 Express Cruiser 2009 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Rinker 360 EC 2010 at 37,9 ft versus Rinker 380 Express Cruiser 2009 at 39,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Rinker 360 EC 2010 tips the scales at 1 555 lbs — 1 371 lbs more than the Rinker 380 Express Cruiser 2009 at 184 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 11 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.