BillK2632
Well-Known Member
FYI, the 185/190 sport, even though it's heavier, runs BETTER than the lighter 175 (both with the 3.0L). We can't always compare based solely on specs. The hull design was improved for better hole shot and if you've happened to run them, it's actually very obvious. With a light to medium load - 3 or 4 adults and pulling a skier - the 185/190 does quite well... surprisingly well. Now, if you start loading the boat up and want to compare it to the 205 with a 5.0L MPI V8... no comparison. But that's not even close to an "apples to apples" comparison, either. The 205 with a 5.0L MPI is a rocket ship.
My 185 has the 4.3, really a great little boat and PLENTY of power from the 4.3 to do about anything you would want with that boat.