Matching a modified vee Starcraft Marine 170 OB 2008 against a deep vee Starcraft Marine Superfisherman 186 2013 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 — Starcraft Marine 170 OB 2008 at 17,0 ft versus Starcraft Marine Superfisherman 186 2013 at 18,6 ft. At 1 273 lbs and 1 333 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 200 hp, the Starcraft Marine Superfisherman 186 2013 has a 50-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine 170 OB 2008's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 32 gal and 32 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Starcraft Marine Superfisherman 186 2013 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine 170 OB 2008 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Starcraft Marine Superfisherman 186 2013 could be the deciding factor.