Matching a modified vee ThunderJet NE Envoy 2012 against a deep vee ThunderJet V162-Eco 2012 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 — ThunderJet NE Envoy 2012 at 19,0 ft versus ThunderJet V162-Eco 2012 at 16,2 ft. At 24 lbs and 107 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 90 hp, the ThunderJet V162-Eco 2012 has a 58-hp advantage over the ThunderJet NE Envoy 2012's 32-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the ThunderJet NE Envoy 2012 carries 48 gallons versus 32 gallons in the ThunderJet V162-Eco 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 ThunderJet NE Envoy 2012 is rated for 5 passengers, while the ThunderJet V162-Eco 2012 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the ThunderJet NE Envoy 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the ThunderJet NE Envoy 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 19,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The ThunderJet V162-Eco 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.