Both the ThunderJet Denali 2013 and the ThunderJet Luxor OB 2013 are modified-V designs, both built in aluminium, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - ThunderJet Denali 2013 at 18,0 ft versus ThunderJet Luxor OB 2013 at 20,0 ft. At 1 900 lbs and 1 800 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 ThunderJet Luxor OB 2013 tops out at 225 hp. Engine specs for the ThunderJet Denali 2013 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 48 gal and 48 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The ThunderJet Luxor OB 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the ThunderJet Denali 2013 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the ThunderJet Luxor OB 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the ThunderJet Luxor OB 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 20,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The ThunderJet Denali 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.