Matching a flat Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007 against a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 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.

The Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 tops out at 115 hp. Engine specs for the Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 carries 42 gallons versus 19 gallons in the Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007. 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 Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007 could be the deciding factor.