The Smoker Craft Infinity S-8523 F 2005 vs Smoker Craft V170 OB Fish-n-Ski 2005 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 Smoker Craft Infinity S-8523 F 2005 measures 23,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 7,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Smoker Craft V170 OB Fish-n-Ski 2005 at 16,0 feet (2005). At 235 lbs and 152 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 Smoker Craft V170 OB Fish-n-Ski 2005 tops out at 130 hp. Engine specs for the Smoker Craft Infinity S-8523 F 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 24 gal and 23 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Smoker Craft Infinity S-8523 F 2005 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Smoker Craft V170 OB Fish-n-Ski 2005 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Smoker Craft Infinity S-8523 F 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Smoker Craft Infinity S-8523 F 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 23,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Smoker Craft V170 OB Fish-n-Ski 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.