The Windy 27 Solano 2018 vs Windy SR44 Blackhawk 2021 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Windy SR44 Blackhawk 2021 measures 46,0 feet overall (2021), giving it roughly 19,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Windy 27 Solano 2018 at 27,0 feet (2018). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Windy SR44 Blackhawk 2021 tips the scales at 20 944 lbs — 14 220 lbs less than the Windy 27 Solano 2018 at 6 724 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 Windy 27 Solano 2018 carries a rated maximum of 430 hp. Engine data for the Windy SR44 Blackhawk 2021 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Windy SR44 Blackhawk 2021 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Windy 27 Solano 2018 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Windy SR44 Blackhawk 2021 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Windy SR44 Blackhawk 2021 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 46,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Windy 27 Solano 2018 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.