What is your reason for wanting such a short TT with that much truck? (Serious question), is it because you want to get into more remote sites etc? Fine if that's the case, I'm just curious. I promise you if you went to a 20-24 foot TT, after the first couple trips you woudnt even think about it. If it's because you think you can't get one for $9K, I think with patience and cash in hand, you could get a nice one for that. May not be quite as new, but if the previous owner took care of it you'll be fine. Finally, since you asked. Between the two examples you gave I would not buy a hybrid. Good luck.