Power Output | Towing water sports, large boat propulsion | - Industry Standard: 15 HP (ISO 8855 compliant) - Our Base: 9.9 HP (ideal for small crafts) - Our Advanced: 15 HP ▲ (20% ↑ power vs Base) | Advanced model handles heavier loads; Base optimizes fuel efficiency. | Advanced requires more frequent refueling. |
Fuel Efficiency | Long-distance cruising | - Industry: 6 hours/gallon (15 HP class avg) - Our Base: 8 hours/gallon ▲ (20% ↑ efficiency) - Our Advanced: 7 hours/gallon (matches industry) | Base model reduces operational costs for light use; Advanced maintains power. | Advanced’s efficiency slightly trails Base for same-power tasks. |
Noise Level | Family boats, eco-tourism | - Industry: 80 dBA (similar to lawnmower) - Our Base: 75 dBA ▲ (10% ↓ noise) - Our Advanced: 70 dBA ▲ (7% ↓ vs Base) | Quieter operation improves comfort and compliance with noise regulations. | Advanced’s noise-reduction tech may increase maintenance complexity. |
Durability | Commercial use, frequent operation | - Industry: 100-hour maintenance interval (JIS B 8712) - Our Base: 150 hours ▲ (50% ↑ lifespan) - Our Advanced: 200 hours ▲ (2× industry) | Reduced downtime and long-term cost savings. | Advanced’s robust build adds to upfront cost. |
Weight | Trailering, storage optimization | - Industry: 150 lbs (15 HP class avg) - Our Base: 140 lbs ▲ (lightweight design) - Our Advanced: 155 lbs (still competitive) | Base model easier to handle; Advanced balances power and portability. | Advanced’s weight may limit use on smaller trailers. |
Fuel Tank Integration | Extended trips, remote boating | - Industry: External tank required - Our Base: Optional 5-gal integrated tank - Our Advanced: Built-in 10-gal tank ▲ (doubles capacity) | Eliminates need for external tanks; Advanced reduces refueling interruptions. | Advanced adds weight and cost; Base’s optional tank may require retrofitting. |