Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bryant 214 2007 vs Bryant 233 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bryant 214 2007 vs Bryant 233 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 2007 at 21,0 ft versus Bryant 233 2012 at 23,3 ft. At 334 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 2012 has a 314-hp advantage over the Bryant 214 2007's 6-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bryant 214 2007 carries 46 gallons versus 42 gallons in the Bryant 233 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Bryant 214 2007 is rated for up to 6 people. Passenger data for the Bryant 233 2012 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Bryant 233 2012 at 23,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Bryant 214 2007 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
Model Year2007
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 - Detail3,340 lbs
Weight - Detail3,530 lbs
Weight - kg1515
Weight - kg1601.18
Weight - lbs.334
Weight - lbs.353
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
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail7 ft. 2 in. with trailer
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters2.18
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches86
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 L
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
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
Operational Info
Headroom55 in
Headroomnot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height93 in. (7 ft. 9 in.)
Trailer - Heightnot available