Matching a modified vee Campion 550i BR 2009 against a deep vee Campion Explorer 602 CC 2013 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 Campion Explorer 602 CC 2013 measures 22,3 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 20,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Campion 550i BR 2009 at 2,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Campion 550i BR 2009 tips the scales at 2 886 lbs — 2 863 lbs more than the Campion Explorer 602 CC 2013 at 23 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 320 hp, the Campion 550i BR 2009 has a 95-hp advantage over the Campion Explorer 602 CC 2013's 225-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Campion Explorer 602 CC 2013 carries 64 gallons versus 29 gallons in the Campion 550i BR 2009. 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 Campion Explorer 602 CC 2013 at 22,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Campion 550i BR 2009 at 2,0 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.