The Crest Family Fisherman 25 2004 vs Crest Savannah LSTX 27 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Crest Family Fisherman 25 2004 at 25,0 ft versus Crest Savannah LSTX 27 2007 at 27,0 ft. At 256 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Crest Savannah LSTX 27 2007 has a 25-hp advantage over the Crest Family Fisherman 25 2004's 125-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 Savannah LSTX 27 2007 is rated for 18 passengers, while the Crest Family Fisherman 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 LSTX 27 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest Savannah LSTX 27 2007 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 Family Fisherman 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.