The Avalon 29 ft. Excalibur 2011 vs Avalon Windjammer RC - 24 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Avalon 29 ft. Excalibur 2011 measures 29,0 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Avalon Windjammer RC - 24 Foot 2007 at 24,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Avalon Windjammer RC - 24 Foot 2007 tips the scales at 2 035 lbs — 1 750 lbs less than the Avalon 29 ft. Excalibur 2011 at 285 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 200 hp, the Avalon 29 ft. Excalibur 2011 has a 65-hp advantage over the Avalon Windjammer RC - 24 Foot 2007's 135-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Avalon 29 ft. Excalibur 2011 carries 36 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Avalon Windjammer RC - 24 Foot 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 16 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.
Bottom line: The Avalon 29 ft. Excalibur 2011 at 29,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Avalon Windjammer RC - 24 Foot 2007 at 24,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.