Matching a modified vee Skeeter SL 180 2008 against a deep vee Skeeter WX 2100 2010 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 Skeeter WX 2100 2010 measures 21,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Skeeter SL 180 2008 at 17,0 feet (2008). At 138 lbs and 195 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 300 hp, the Skeeter WX 2100 2010 has a 150-hp advantage over the Skeeter SL 180 2008's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Skeeter WX 2100 2010 carries 64 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Skeeter SL 180 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Skeeter WX 2100 2010 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Skeeter SL 180 2008 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Skeeter WX 2100 2010 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Skeeter WX 2100 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Skeeter SL 180 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.