Matching a deep vee Triton Boats 190 Escape 2013 against a modified vee Triton Boats VT 17 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Triton Boats 190 Escape 2013 at 19,0 ft versus Triton Boats VT 17 2008 at 17,0 ft. At 2 lbs and 93 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 115 hp, the Triton Boats 190 Escape 2013 has a 40-hp advantage over the Triton Boats VT 17 2008's 75-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Triton Boats 190 Escape 2013 carries 31 gallons versus 19 gallons in the Triton Boats VT 17 2008. 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 Triton Boats 190 Escape 2013 is rated for 850 passengers, while the Triton Boats VT 17 2008 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Triton Boats 190 Escape 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Triton Boats 190 Escape 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 850 passengers and at 19,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Triton Boats VT 17 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.