Matching a tunnel Blue Wave 1900 STL 2012 against a modified vee Blue Wave 220 V-Bay LC 2010 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Blue Wave 220 V-Bay LC 2010 measures 22,2 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Blue Wave 1900 STL 2012 at 19,0 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Blue Wave 1900 STL 2012 tips the scales at 1 395 lbs — 1 260 lbs more than the Blue Wave 220 V-Bay LC 2010 at 135 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 — 150 hp for the Blue Wave 1900 STL 2012 and 150 hp for the Blue Wave 220 V-Bay LC 2010. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Blue Wave 220 V-Bay LC 2010 carries 45 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Blue Wave 1900 STL 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Blue Wave 220 V-Bay LC 2010 at 22,2 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Blue Wave 1900 STL 2012 at 19,0 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.