The Crest Crest III XRS Model 25 2004 vs Crest Savannah 27 2006 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 III XRS Model 25 2004 at 25,0 ft versus Crest Savannah 27 2006 at 27,0 ft. At 255 lbs and 345 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 140 hp for the Crest Crest III XRS Model 25 2004 and 150 hp for the Crest Savannah 27 2006. 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 27 2006 is rated for 18 passengers, while the Crest Crest III XRS Model 25 2004 caps at 17. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crest Savannah 27 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest Savannah 27 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 18 passengers and at 27,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest Crest III XRS Model 25 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 17 that costs less to run day-to-day.