The Crest Crest Sport Model 20 2004 vs Crest III XRS RE 25 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Crest III XRS RE 25 2007 measures 25,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 23,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crest Crest Sport Model 20 2004 at 2,0 feet (2004). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest III XRS RE 25 2007 tips the scales at 2 924 lbs — 1 199 lbs less than the Crest Crest Sport Model 20 2004 at 1 725 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Crest III XRS RE 25 2007 has a 75-hp advantage over the Crest Crest Sport Model 20 2004's 75-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 III XRS RE 25 2007 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Crest Crest Sport Model 20 2004 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crest III XRS RE 25 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest III XRS RE 25 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 16 passengers and at 25,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest Crest Sport Model 20 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 11 that costs less to run day-to-day.