Matching a modified vee Eastern 20 Center Console 2008 against a deep vee Eastern 22 Lobster 2008 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 Eastern 22 Lobster 2008 measures 22,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 20,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Eastern 20 Center Console 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Eastern 22 Lobster 2008 tips the scales at 255 lbs — 240 lbs less than the Eastern 20 Center Console 2008 at 15 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 135 hp, the Eastern 22 Lobster 2008 has a 45-hp advantage over the Eastern 20 Center Console 2008's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Eastern 22 Lobster 2008 carries 52 gallons versus 4 gallons in the Eastern 20 Center Console 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 Eastern 22 Lobster 2008 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Eastern 20 Center Console 2008 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.