Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Campion 602i SC 2009 vs Campion Chase 500ob 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Campion 602i SC 2009 against a deep vee Campion Chase 500ob 2012 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 602i SC 2009 measures 23,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 6,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Campion Chase 500ob 2012 at 16,6 feet (2012). At 39 lbs and 139 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 Campion 602i SC 2009 has a 195-hp advantage over the Campion Chase 500ob 2012's 125-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 Chase 500ob 2012 carries 24 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Campion 602i SC 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 6 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 602i SC 2009 at 23,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Campion Chase 500ob 2012 at 16,6 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
Model602i SC
ModelChase 500ob
Model Year2009
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m)
Beam6 ft. 7 in. (2.01 m)
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.01
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches79
Deadrise19℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail19.5 in. (49.5 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches19.5
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail36.5 in. (92.7 cm)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches36.5
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail3,900 lbs. (1,772 kg)
Weight - Detail1,390 lbs. (631 kg)
Weight - kg1769.01
Weight - kg630.49
Weight - lbs.39
Weight - lbs.139
Height - Detail6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.88
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches74
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Meters7.03
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet16.58
Length - Inches1
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 1 in. (7.03 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 7 in. (5.05 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters5.05
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches199
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (227 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24.3 gal. (92 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24.3
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max320 hp
Engine max125 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people6
Maximum people6