Matching a modified vee Triton Boats 16 Storm 2011 against a deep vee Triton Boats VX167 2010 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 50 hp, the Triton Boats VX167 2010 has a 30-hp advantage over the Triton Boats 16 Storm 2011's 20-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Triton Boats VX167 2010 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Triton Boats 16 Storm 2011 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Triton Boats VX167 2010 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Triton Boats VX167 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 16,6 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Triton Boats 16 Storm 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.