The Chris-Craft Carina 21 2013 is a modified-V design and the Chris-Craft Silver Bullet 20 Limited Edition 2009 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Chris-Craft Carina 21 2013 at 19,6 ft versus Chris-Craft Silver Bullet 20 Limited Edition 2009 at 18,0 ft. At 2 913 lbs and 2 913 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 Chris-Craft Carina 21 2013 carries a rated maximum of 220 hp. Engine data for the Chris-Craft Silver Bullet 20 Limited Edition 2009 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 34 gal and 34 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Chris-Craft Carina 21 2013 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Chris-Craft Silver Bullet 20 Limited Edition 2009 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Chris-Craft Carina 21 2013 could be the deciding factor.