Matching a deep vee Riviera Yachts 445 SUV 2013 against a modified vee Riviera Yachts M470 Sport Cruiser 2009 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 445 SUV 2013 at 47,4 ft versus Riviera Yachts M470 Sport Cruiser 2009 at 47,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Riviera Yachts 445 SUV 2013 tips the scales at 303 lbs — 281 lbs more than the Riviera Yachts M470 Sport Cruiser 2009 at 22 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 share a closely matched power ceiling — 435 hp for the Riviera Yachts 445 SUV 2013 and 425 hp for the Riviera Yachts M470 Sport Cruiser 2009. 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 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.