Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 13' needs power - Convince me which engine to get

Posted by Marlinmate on 11/03/20 - 7:51 PM
#1

really want a 40hp...but would settle for a 30hp...non-tiller.

Tohatsu vs Suzuki vs Yamaha vs Mercury

and why?

Posted by biggiefl on 11/04/20 - 8:30 AM
#2

Tohatsu makes the Mercury so that depends on price.

Posted by Joe Kriz on 11/04/20 - 1:41 PM
#3

Take a look at our "Current Engine Choices" Reference Guide here to compare weights etc.
https://www.whalercentral.com/article...icle_id=78

Posted by Marlinmate on 11/04/20 - 1:44 PM
#4

Thanks Joe...I reviewed that the other day. Was looking for real world experiences on why someone went with a certain engine vs the other. Any regrets on it? etc.

Posted by Phil T on 11/04/20 - 1:44 PM
#5

Suzuki will be cheapest. They are on buying marketshare campaign with low prices.

Great engines.

Posted by Tom in VA on 11/04/20 - 7:21 PM
#6

Just a couple things to consider:

1. Which dealers are closest to you? Convenience for service may be the tie breaker.
2. I recently bought a new Mercury 40 hp instead of the 50 hp I planned on due to there being a big backlog on availability. If you were looking to avoid having to wait several months for your repower, I’d suggest you find out what your local dealers have in stock.

Probably not a bad choice with any of the brands. Good luck!