The Campion 822i SC 2009 vs Campion S 485 O/B SS 2006 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Campion S 485 O/B SS 2006 measures 16,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 13,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Campion 822i SC 2009 at 3,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Campion 822i SC 2009 tips the scales at 7 877 lbs — 7 783 lbs more than the Campion S 485 O/B SS 2006 at 94 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 425 hp, the Campion 822i SC 2009 has a 335-hp advantage over the Campion S 485 O/B SS 2006's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Campion S 485 O/B SS 2006 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Campion 822i SC 2009 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Campion S 485 O/B SS 2006 could be the deciding factor.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Campion S 485 O/B SS 2006 comes in at 1 lbs per hp versus 19 lbs per hp for the Campion 822i SC 2009. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.