The Crest III XRS 20 2008 vs Crest Super Fisherman 22 2005 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 Super Fisherman 22 2005 measures 22,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 20,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crest III XRS 20 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest III XRS 20 2008 tips the scales at 2 615 lbs — 202 lbs more than the Crest Super Fisherman 22 2005 at 2 413 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 — 115 hp for the Crest III XRS 20 2008 and 130 hp for the Crest Super Fisherman 22 2005. 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.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Crest III XRS 20 2008 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Crest Super 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 III XRS 20 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest III XRS 20 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest Super 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.