Both the War Eagle 2072 2013 and the War Eagle 542 F 2005 are flat-bottom designs, both built in aluminium, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
The War Eagle 542 F 2005 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the War Eagle 2072 2013 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The War Eagle 2072 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the War Eagle 542 F 2005 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the War Eagle 2072 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the War Eagle 2072 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 20,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The War Eagle 542 F 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.