When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Crest III Classic 25 2007 and the Crest Savannah 250 2012 are pontoon designs with aluminum construction — 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 III Classic 25 2007 at 25,0 ft versus Crest Savannah 250 2012 at 25,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest Savannah 250 2012 tips the scales at 2 637 lbs — 2 342 lbs less than the Crest III Classic 25 2007 at 295 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 Classic 25 2007 has a 148-hp advantage over the Crest Savannah 250 2012's 2-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 16 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.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Crest III Classic 25 2007 and its 150-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Crest Savannah 250 2012 with its 2-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.