The Crest III XRS RE 20 2007 vs Crest Super Fisherman 22 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Crest Super Fisherman 22 2007 measures 22,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 20,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crest III XRS RE 20 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). At 2 615 lbs and 2 566 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 115 hp for the Crest III XRS RE 20 2007 and 135 hp for the Crest Super Fisherman 22 2007. 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 Super Fisherman 22 2007 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Crest III XRS RE 20 2007 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crest Super Fisherman 22 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest Super Fisherman 22 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest III XRS RE 20 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.