Matching a tunnel SeaArk 1872MVJT 2009 against a modified vee SeaArk BayFisher 2012 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 — SeaArk 1872MVJT 2009 at 18,0 ft versus SeaArk BayFisher 2012 at 20,1 ft. At 75 lbs and 119 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 140 hp, the SeaArk BayFisher 2012 has a 60-hp advantage over the SeaArk 1872MVJT 2009's 80-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The SeaArk 1872MVJT 2009 is rated for 12 passengers, while the SeaArk BayFisher 2012 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the SeaArk 1872MVJT 2009 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the SeaArk 1872MVJT 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The SeaArk BayFisher 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.