When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Campion Chase 600i BR 2011 and the Campion Explorer 542 SC 2010 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Campion Chase 600i BR 2011 at 21,5 ft versus Campion Explorer 542 SC 2010 at 19,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Campion Explorer 542 SC 2010 tips the scales at 199 lbs — 165 lbs less than the Campion Chase 600i BR 2011 at 34 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 Chase 600i BR 2011 has a 170-hp advantage over the Campion Explorer 542 SC 2010's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 47 gal and 47 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

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.