Matching a modified vee Riviera Yachts 43 Offshore Express - Hardtop 2009 against a deep vee Riviera Yachts 43 Offshore Express - Targa 2011 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely 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 — Riviera Yachts 43 Offshore Express - Hardtop 2009 at 45,0 ft versus Riviera Yachts 43 Offshore Express - Targa 2011 at 45,5 ft. At 276 lbs and 276 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 370 hp for the Riviera Yachts 43 Offshore Express - Hardtop 2009 and 370 hp for the Riviera Yachts 43 Offshore Express - Targa 2011. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 396 gal and 396 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 13 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.