Matching a deep vee Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 against a modified vee Sailfish 2660 CC 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Sailfish 2660 CC 2009 measures 26,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 4,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 at 21,3 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sailfish 2660 CC 2009 tips the scales at 405 lbs — 133 lbs less than the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 at 272 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 — 250 hp for the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 and 250 hp for the Sailfish 2660 CC 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 carries 95 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Sailfish 2660 CC 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 7 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.