Power or low hours?

[LoungeLizard]

Guys,

I would like to get your thoughts on this: I'm looking at two boats, same make and year, similar options, price very similar. Both are well looked after/serviced.

Main difference is one has a Suzuki 175HP with 250hrs and the other a Honda 150HP with 50hrs. Hull is rated maximum 225HP. Which one would you choose?

[geoffmck]

Knowing the brand/model would make it easier to decide. Some hulls plane eaiser than others. Also what do you plan to use it for? Long range trips in open ocean or water sports?
If the hull is rated to a maximum of 175hp then the 150hp should be fine. If 175hp is recomended but it has a higher "maiximum" than the 150hp might struggle.

Generally you should go for the maiximum but there are other factors to consider.

[bassfan]

All other things being equal I would go for the Honda powered vessel without a doubt. Both motors have a good name but the Hondas are truly superb motors, and I doubt you would notice 25hp less when on the water.
That's my 2 cents anyway...

[Noelm]

I reckon I would just look for the best deal, either of those motors will serve you well for many years to come, are they both the same age?

[Spaniard_King]

Do both engines have the same warranty remaining ??

How far is your closest oem dealer

[LoungeLizard]

To answer a few questions:

Hull is a Seafarer 6.0, from memory the recommended (sorry, not max rated as mentioned before) HP is 175. The boat will be an all-rounder, not so much for water sport so the 150 will do - I've been out on one with a 150 before and it was OK with 4 people on.

Both motors are 2007 and have 5 year warranty so no worries there. Not sure about OEM dealers (is this different?), but according to the websites there are dealers for both locally.

[Chimo]

Hi LL

If its a Victory ie 6m Seafarer then 225 is the max HP see below.

Cheers
Chimo

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SPECIFICATIONS

• Centre-Line Length: 6.0m
• Maximum Beam: 2.4m
• Weight: 1100KG Approx.
• Dead-Rise: 21º
• Power: 140HP to 225HP
• Max Engine Weight: 270Kg
• Transom Height: 25”
• Load Capacity: Seven Adults
• Length Overall on Trailer Including Engine: 7.25m
• Overall Height on Trailer: 2.35m
• Width On Trailer: 2.4m

[siegfried]

If both are in good repair in regard to servicing etc those hours are low on both ,me -the suzuki every time & the extra hp is always good, I would consider 150 as minumum on that boat especially when all full of gear and people. mORE HP= LESS LOAD BETTER FUELec maybe longer life

[Pazz01]

I'd go the bigger hp size for sure - 250 hours is nothing. They should be good for 1000 hours. Much better to have it running at lower revs, going to use less fuel and will go quicker (provided prop is right). I like suzuki too, they look good and everyone I know hasn't had any problems.

I know nothing about honda, but I reckon it would be ok too.

My 2 cents worth.

Pazz

[Jarrah Jack]

I do a lot of fishing in a HH 585r which would be pretty close to the weight and dynamics of the CC. The boat has a 150 Honda and to be honest is underpowered to me. I would go the 175 which is a supurb motor. I'm not good at maths but the 175 has nearly 20% more power. What sort of loads do you expect to be carrying?

Can you take them both for a run with a few heavy mates to see what you think whilst paying for the fuel and explaining the dilemma to both owners?

[odes20]

I have the Suzy 175 on a 6metre Yalta Odessa and it is just a fabulous motor returning excellent eco and the extra grunt just gives the rig longer legs on those long reef runs when the weather is good.
John

[LoungeLizard]

Thanks all.

Yeah, as mentioned the max power for the Victory hull is 225HP but I'm pretty sure I read somewhere that 175HP is the sweet spot.

Having said that I fished a few times out of one with a 150HP Yamaha and it's never felt underpowered to me. It wasn't ever loaded to the max though - four medium blokes and usual fishing gear..

Can anyone tell me how the two motors stack up in terms of long term running costs? Also, when are the major (i.e. expensive) services? I'm just thinkin that the suzuki might be due for a big one.

[mull dog]

something for you to consider, the honda gets very close to the advertised HP whereas the zuk might be closer to 10% less than advertised. personally that would leave me with the honda. i can stand to be corrected or verified by thats my understanding

[siegfried]

something for you to consider, the honda gets very close to the advertised HP whereas the zuk might be closer to 10% less than advertised. personally that would leave me with the honda. i can stand to be corrected or verified by thats my understanding

Sounds like a red arsed yarn to me

[twist]

I would rather be driving an Accord than a Grand Vitara! Go the low hours and the better brand. Go the Honda.