The Crest Family Fisherman 22 2005 vs Crest Wave 230 Sun Sport 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 Family Fisherman 22 2005 at 22,0 ft versus Crest Wave 230 Sun Sport 2012 at 23,5 ft. At 2 543 lbs and 2 455 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 130 hp, the Crest Family Fisherman 22 2005 has a 40-hp advantage over the Crest Wave 230 Sun Sport 2012's 90-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 Wave 230 Sun Sport 2012 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Crest Family Fisherman 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 Wave 230 Sun Sport 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest Wave 230 Sun Sport 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 23,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest Family Fisherman 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.