BIG Question - replace Yamaha 150 HP with Honda 225HP

[Pike-Hunter]

This is a great forum and I just signed up this morning and I am eager to learn as much as I can from the gang on this forum.

First, I have a 2004 Wellcraft V21 Steplift powered by 2003 Yamaha 150HP TXRC. Also a trolling motor Honda Four stroke 15HP for catching salmon and trout on Lake Ontario.

I was entertaining offer on trade in with Honda 225HP 4 stroke engine. This outboard has the best displacement of any given 225HP.See quote below:

New 2006 225 HP Honda - 25" - MSRP $18,389.

Discounted Sale Price $15,450.
Less 150 Yamaha - 5,800.
w\25" Shaft $9,650.* Plus Tax
Model TXRC

*Includes Installation on boat with Honda Controls & Gauge Package & 3 Blade Aluminum Prop as required - Engine qualifies for Extended Warranty to 5 Years at N/C (Value $2,300). Must be registered by 3-31-08 to qualify. Also $500 rebate offer on this one.

My biggest questions:
gas savings?
performance wise?

Am I better off to leave this outboard the way it is?

Thefermantor stated I was not wise to do this. Hence, this is why I am posting a new thread. Am I fool?



Thank you for your anticipated feedback.

I will post pictures of my boat shorty.