Ships Asp explorer vs scout observation regarding internal compartments

[Canasta]

Why does the asp scout have less internal compartment space than the asp explorer?

They both use the same hull but the scout has less hardpoints and equipment, leaving more space for internal compartments in my mind.

It strikes me as a case of lazyness on the part of the developers to come up with a different hull for this.

If anyone can think of a justification for this then I would be glad to hear it.

I could almost along with the theory that the scout uses cheaper, lower spec, bulky parts, except the parts are the same parts for all ship types, so not convincing

 

[Kaybe]

Actually, if you look at pictures of the two, you'll notice the Asp Scout is noticeably less bulked up. In game, the hull is also half the weight. I personally wish it was small, but I guess since it's the same width, but flattened, the devs judged it should still require a medium landing pad.