The Robalo R245 2012 is a deep-V design and the Robalo R247 2011 is a modified-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 - Robalo R245 2012 at 24,0 ft versus Robalo R247 2011 at 24,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Robalo R245 2012 tips the scales at 5 533 lbs - 533 lbs more than the Robalo R247 2011 at 5 000 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 - 400 hp for the Robalo R245 2012 and 400 hp for the Robalo R247 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 - 150 gal and 150 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 10 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.