The Campion Chase 700i BR 2012 vs Campion Explorer EX20 OB SC 2022 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 Chase 700i BR 2012 measures 26,2 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Campion Explorer EX20 OB SC 2022 at 23,0 feet (2022). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Campion Explorer EX20 OB SC 2022 tips the scales at 2 800 lbs — 2 345 lbs less than the Campion Chase 700i BR 2012 at 455 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 430 hp, the Campion Chase 700i BR 2012 has a 180-hp advantage over the Campion Explorer EX20 OB SC 2022's 250-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 700i BR 2012 carries 69 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Campion Explorer EX20 OB SC 2022. 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.