The Avalon 22 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 vs Avalon Somerset - 22 Foot 2007 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 22 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 at 22,0 ft versus Avalon Somerset - 22 Foot 2007 at 22,0 ft. At 2 000 lbs and 2 035 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 125 hp, the Avalon Somerset - 22 Foot 2007 has a 25-hp advantage over the Avalon 22 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012's 100-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 Somerset - 22 Foot 2007 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Avalon 22 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Avalon Somerset - 22 Foot 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Avalon Somerset - 22 Foot 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 14 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Avalon 22 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 10 that costs less to run day-to-day.