When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Campion Explorer 822 SC BRA 2011 and the Campion Explorer 822i 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 Explorer 822 SC BRA 2011 at 30,3 ft versus Campion Explorer 822i SC 2010 at 30,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Campion Explorer 822i SC 2010 tips the scales at 7 877 lbs — 7 811 lbs less than the Campion Explorer 822 SC BRA 2011 at 66 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 Explorer 822i SC 2010 has a 75-hp advantage over the Campion Explorer 822 SC BRA 2011's 350-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 147 gal and 147 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 1 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.