Matching a modified vee Triton Boats 21HP Pro 2009 against a deep vee Triton Boats DV 17 Liberty 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 300 hp, the Triton Boats 21HP Pro 2009 has a 175-hp advantage over the Triton Boats DV 17 Liberty 2010's 125-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 21HP Pro 2009 carries 54 gallons versus 33 gallons in the Triton Boats DV 17 Liberty 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 6 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.