The SeaArk 1652SLD 2007 vs SeaArk 2072 V-Pro (CC) 2008 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The SeaArk 1652SLD 2007 measures 16,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 14,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the SeaArk 2072 V-Pro (CC) 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the SeaArk 1652SLD 2007 tips the scales at 425 lbs — 300 lbs more than the SeaArk 2072 V-Pro (CC) 2008 at 125 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.
The SeaArk 2072 V-Pro (CC) 2008 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the SeaArk 1652SLD 2007 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The SeaArk 2072 V-Pro (CC) 2008 is rated for 10 passengers, while the SeaArk 1652SLD 2007 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the SeaArk 2072 V-Pro (CC) 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the SeaArk 2072 V-Pro (CC) 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The SeaArk 1652SLD 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.