Matching a deep vee Sunsation 288 SSR 2012 against a modified vee Sunsation F-4 Poker Run 2008 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 Sunsation F-4 Poker Run 2008 measures 43,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 14,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sunsation 288 SSR 2012 at 28,7 feet (2012). At 45 lbs and 1 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 Sunsation 288 SSR 2012 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Sunsation F-4 Poker Run 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sunsation F-4 Poker Run 2008 carries 235 gallons versus 11 gallons in the Sunsation 288 SSR 2012. 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 Sunsation F-4 Poker Run 2008 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Sunsation 288 SSR 2012 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sunsation F-4 Poker Run 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Sunsation F-4 Poker Run 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 43,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sunsation 288 SSR 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.