The Crest Crest III Classic 22 2005 vs Crest Savannah LS 20 2008 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 III Classic 22 2005 measures 22,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 20,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crest Savannah LS 20 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest Savannah LS 20 2008 tips the scales at 2 825 lbs — 169 lbs less than the Crest Crest III Classic 22 2005 at 2 656 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 — 130 hp for the Crest Crest III Classic 22 2005 and 115 hp for the Crest Savannah LS 20 2008. 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 LS 20 2008 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Crest Crest III Classic 22 2005 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crest Savannah LS 20 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest Savannah LS 20 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest Crest III Classic 22 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.