Both the Crest II LE XRS RE 20 2007 and the Crest Pro R LE 20 2008 are pontoon designs, both built in aluminium, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Crest II LE XRS RE 20 2007 at 20,0 ft versus Crest Pro R LE 20 2008 at 20,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest II LE XRS RE 20 2007 tips the scales at 2 392 lbs - 117 lbs more than the Crest Pro R LE 20 2008 at 2 275 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 - 100 hp for the Crest II LE XRS RE 20 2007 and 100 hp for the Crest Pro R LE 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.

Both boats are rated for 11 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.