Matching a modified vee Skeeter SL 1800 2011 against a deep vee Skeeter WX 2000 T 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 — Skeeter SL 1800 2011 at 18,0 ft versus Skeeter WX 2000 T 2012 at 20,1 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Skeeter SL 1800 2011 tips the scales at 185 lbs — 167 lbs more than the Skeeter WX 2000 T 2012 at 18 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Skeeter SL 1800 2011 has a 35-hp advantage over the Skeeter WX 2000 T 2012's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 3 gal and 4 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 5 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.
Bottom line: The Skeeter WX 2000 T 2012 at 20,1 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Skeeter SL 1800 2011 at 18,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.