The Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2013 is a deep-V design and the Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2011 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2013 at 22,0 ft versus Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2011 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2013 tips the scales at 5 000 lbs - 400 lbs more than the Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2011 at 4 600 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 Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2011 tops out at 330 hp. Engine specs for the Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2013 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2013 carries 130 gallons versus 96 gallons in the Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2013 and Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2011 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.