Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bryant 214 Wakeboard Package 2005 vs Bryant 233 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bryant 214 Wakeboard Package 2005 vs Bryant 233 2013 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 - Bryant 214 Wakeboard Package 2005 at 21,0 ft versus Bryant 233 2013 at 23,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Bryant 233 2013 tips the scales at 3 530 lbs - 280 lbs less than the Bryant 214 Wakeboard Package 2005 at 3 250 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 Bryant 214 Wakeboard Package 2005 carries a rated maximum of 6 hp. Engine data for the Bryant 233 2013 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bryant 214 Wakeboard Package 2005 carries 49 gallons versus 42 gallons in the Bryant 233 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Bryant 214 Wakeboard Package 2005 is rated for up to 10 people. Passenger data for the Bryant 233 2013 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Bryant 233 2013 at 23,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Bryant 214 Wakeboard Package 2005 at 21,0 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.
General Boat Info
Model214 Wakeboard Package
Model233
Model Year2005
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (8 ft. 6 in.)
Beam102 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise19℃ at transom
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in.
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in.
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [max] - Detail32 in.
Draft [max] - Detail32 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inches32
Weight - Detail3,250 lbs.
Weight - Detail3,530 lbs.
Weight - kg1474.17
Weight - kg1601.18
Weight - lbs.3250
Weight - lbs.3530
Height - Detail82 in. (6 ft. 10 in.) w/Trailer
Height - Detail86 in. with trailer
Height - Meters2.08
Height - Meters2.18
Height - Inches82
Height - Inches86
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet23.25
Length - Inches4
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 8 in.
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 3 in.
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 4 in.
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters6.5
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches256
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 l
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail49 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters185.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Gal49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard
Engine max6.2 l
Engine maxnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum people10
Maximum peoplenot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee