Matching a deep vee Stratos 1760DV 2008 against a modified vee Stratos 210 Elite 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Stratos 210 Elite 2013 measures 20,8 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Stratos 1760DV 2008 at 17,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Stratos 1760DV 2008 tips the scales at 149 lbs — 147 lbs more than the Stratos 210 Elite 2013 at 2 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 Stratos 210 Elite 2013 tops out at 3 hp. Engine specs for the Stratos 1760DV 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Stratos 210 Elite 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Stratos 1760DV 2008 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Stratos 210 Elite 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Stratos 210 Elite 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 20,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Stratos 1760DV 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.