Matching a deep vee Blazer Boats 2170 2011 against a modified vee Blazer Boats 2400 2012 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Blazer Boats 2170 2011 at 21,6 ft versus Blazer Boats 2400 2012 at 23,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Blazer Boats 2170 2011 tips the scales at 145 lbs — 127 lbs more than the Blazer Boats 2400 2012 at 18 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 Blazer Boats 2400 2012 has a 60-hp advantage over the Blazer Boats 2170 2011's 140-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 8 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.
Bottom line: The Blazer Boats 2400 2012 at 23,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Blazer Boats 2170 2011 at 21,6 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.