The Avalon 20 ft. A Fish 2013 vs Avalon Catalina - 22 Foot 2006 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story: intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Avalon 20 ft. A Fish 2013 at 20,0 ft versus Avalon Catalina - 22 Foot 2006 at 22,0 ft. At 1 750 lbs and 1 730 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class - either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 100 hp, the Avalon Catalina - 22 Foot 2006 has a 25-hp advantage over the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish 2013's 75-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Avalon Catalina - 22 Foot 2006 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish 2013 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Avalon Catalina - 22 Foot 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Avalon Catalina - 22 Foot 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 12 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Avalon 20 ft. A Fish 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.