15HP Yamaha vs 15HP Tohatsu/Merc

astuckey

Petty Officer 3rd Class
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I have a Lowe 1436L with a 4HP 4 stroke yamaha. I can get it up to 15 MPH on a good day, however I want some more speed. I am going to upgrade to a new 15HP, and I am trying to decide between a yamaha, and a tohatsu. I have done some reading, and it seems that they are both very reliable. Here is what I am looking for, in order of importance.

1. Speed
2. Low Vibration
3. Quiet
4. Shallow Water Capability (Not the trim positions)
5. Quality of Design

Note: acceleration is not important to me.
 
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