Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bryant 219 2006 vs Bryant 233 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bryant 219 2006 vs Bryant 233 2009 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 219 2006 at 21,0 ft versus Bryant 233 2009 at 23,0 ft. At 349 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 6 hp for the Bryant 219 2006 and 6 hp for the Bryant 233 2009. 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 Bryant 219 2006 carries 49 gallons versus 42 gallons in the Bryant 233 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Bryant 219 2006 is rated for up to 6 people. Passenger data for the Bryant 233 2009 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Bryant 219 2006 and Bryant 233 2009 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model Year2006
Model Year2009
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 - Detail3,490 lbs
Weight - Detail3,530 lbs
Weight - kg1583.04
Weight - kg1601.18
Weight - lbs.349
Weight - lbs.353
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet23
Length - Inches9
Length - Inches3
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 11 in
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters6.63
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches261
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailWith Trailer: 7 ft. 2 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters2.18
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches86
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 l
Engine/s standard4.3 l
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 typeI/O
Engine max6.2 l
Engine max6.2 l
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height82 in. (6 ft. 10 in.)
Trailer - Heightnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee