All three engines (717 seadoo, 701 Polaris, 701 Yami) all have about the same bore/stroke but were designed for different performance spec's. Rod length, port timing and induction type play a big part in how these three engines perform for a superjets needs. The Seadoo won't have that (without work) bottom end snap because its rotory valved as opposed to the Polaris's and Yamhas reed valve induction. The Polaris is a much sturdier platform but with the longer 136mm rod it won't be so snappy of the bottom but makes great power and will last. The yamaha works best for our intended riding styles here.
A 951 makes great power but its not a snappy motor either, plus with the carbs sitting how they do, a standup can be tricky. They ran them in racing applications but the triples proved to work better.