Both the Atlantic 245 CC 2010 and the Atlantic 245 WA 2009 are modified-V designs, both built in composite, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Atlantic 245 CC 2010 at 23,3 ft versus Atlantic 245 WA 2009 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Atlantic 245 WA 2009 tips the scales at 4 200 lbs - 700 lbs less than the Atlantic 245 CC 2010 at 3 500 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 225 hp for the Atlantic 245 CC 2010 and 225 hp for the Atlantic 245 WA 2009. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 150 gal and 150 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 8 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.