The Voyager Marine 14 ft. Venture Special 2013 vs Voyager Marine 1770 Bass 2007 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Voyager Marine 14 ft. Venture Special 2013 at 14,0 ft versus Voyager Marine 1770 Bass 2007 at 17,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Voyager Marine 14 ft. Venture Special 2013 tips the scales at 1 175 lbs — 530 lbs more than the Voyager Marine 1770 Bass 2007 at 645 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 60 hp, the Voyager Marine 1770 Bass 2007 has a 30-hp advantage over the Voyager Marine 14 ft. Venture Special 2013's 30-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 4 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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Voyager Marine 1770 Bass 2007 comes in at 11 lbs per hp versus 39 lbs per hp for the Voyager Marine 14 ft. Venture Special 2013. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: The Voyager Marine 1770 Bass 2007 at 17,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Voyager Marine 14 ft. Venture Special 2013 at 14,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.