Matching a flat Weld-Craft 1648 V Stick Steering 2009 against a modified vee Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 40 hp for the Weld-Craft 1648 V Stick Steering 2009 and 60 hp for the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
The Weld-Craft 1648 V Stick Steering 2009 is rated for up to 4 people. Passenger data for the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 wasn't available.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 and its 60-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Weld-Craft 1648 V Stick Steering 2009 with its 40-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.