The Crest Crest II LM 20 2005 vs Crest Savannah LST 20 2007 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Crest Crest II LM 20 2005 at 2,0 ft versus Crest Savannah LST 20 2007 at 2,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest Savannah LST 20 2007 tips the scales at 2 825 lbs — 2 802 lbs less than the Crest Crest II LM 20 2005 at 23 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 — 100 hp for the Crest Crest II LM 20 2005 and 115 hp for the Crest Savannah LST 20 2007. 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 Savannah LST 20 2007 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Crest Crest II LM 20 2005 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crest Savannah LST 20 2007 could be the deciding factor.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Crest Crest II LM 20 2005 comes in at 0 lbs per hp versus 25 lbs per hp for the Crest Savannah LST 20 2007. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.