The Crest Crest II XRS 22 2005 vs Crest V200 2012 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 XRS 22 2005 at 22,0 ft versus Crest V200 2012 at 21,5 ft. At 2 333 lbs and 2 300 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 115 hp, the Crest Crest II XRS 22 2005 has a 113-hp advantage over the Crest V200 2012's 2-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Crest V200 2012 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Crest Crest II XRS 22 2005 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crest V200 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest V200 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 11 passengers and at 21,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest Crest II XRS 22 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 10 that costs less to run day-to-day.