Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bryant 214 2005 vs Bryant 233 X Walkabout 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bryant 214 2005 vs Bryant 233 X Walkabout 2012 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 2005 at 21,0 ft versus Bryant 233 X Walkabout 2012 at 23,3 ft. At 325 lbs and 353 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 320 hp, the Bryant 233 X Walkabout 2012 has a 314-hp advantage over the Bryant 214 2005's 6-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 49 gal and 49 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
The Bryant 214 2005 is rated for up to 1 people. Passenger data for the Bryant 233 X Walkabout 2012 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Bryant 233 X Walkabout 2012 at 23,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Bryant 214 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
Model233 X Walkabout
Model Year2005
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (8 ft. 6 in.)
Beam8 ft. 6 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.325
Weight - lbs.353
Height - Detail82 in. (6 ft. 10 in.) w/Trailer
Height - DetailWith Trailer: 6 ft. 8 in. With Trailer, Tower Up: 10 ft. 2 in. With Trailer, Tower Folded Down: 7 ft. 2 in
Height - Meters2.08
Height - Meters3.1
Height - Inches82
Height - Inches122
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 - Detail49 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters185.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters185.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal49
Drive typeI/O
Drive typenot available
Engine max6.2 l
Engine max320 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury MerCruiser or Volvo Penta
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelMercury: 5.0 L MPI EC Alpha with catalyst, 260 hp OR Volvo: 5.0 GXIC/SX with catalyst, 270 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum people1
Maximum peoplenot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee