Matching a deep vee Crestliner Raptor 2050 WT 2013 against a modified vee Crestliner Retriever 2070 CC 2011 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Crestliner Raptor 2050 WT 2013 measures 20,2 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 18,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crestliner Retriever 2070 CC 2011 at 2,0 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crestliner Raptor 2050 WT 2013 tips the scales at 1 425 lbs — 1 308 lbs more than the Crestliner Retriever 2070 CC 2011 at 117 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 300 hp, the Crestliner Raptor 2050 WT 2013 has a 210-hp advantage over the Crestliner Retriever 2070 CC 2011's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 6 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: The Crestliner Raptor 2050 WT 2013 at 20,2 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Crestliner Retriever 2070 CC 2011 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.