The Crest Crest II 250XR 2012 vs Crest Savannah Model 22 2004 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 Crest Crest II 250XR 2012 measures 25,5 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 3,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crest Savannah Model 22 2004 at 22,0 feet (2004). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest Crest II 250XR 2012 tips the scales at 2 626 lbs — 2 365 lbs more than the Crest Savannah Model 22 2004 at 261 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 140 hp for the Crest Crest II 250XR 2012 and 130 hp for the Crest Savannah Model 22 2004. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Crest Crest II 250XR 2012 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Crest Savannah Model 22 2004 caps at 14. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crest Crest II 250XR 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest Crest II 250XR 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 15 passengers and at 25,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest Savannah Model 22 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 14 that costs less to run day-to-day.