When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Eastern 22 Center Console 2011 and the Eastern Eastern 20 2010 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Eastern 22 Center Console 2011 at 21,8 ft versus Eastern Eastern 20 2010 at 20,2 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Eastern 22 Center Console 2011 tips the scales at 2 295 lbs — 2 280 lbs more than the Eastern Eastern 20 2010 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 Eastern 22 Center Console 2011 carries a rated maximum of 115 hp. Engine data for the Eastern Eastern 20 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Eastern 22 Center Console 2011 carries 64 gallons versus 4 gallons in the Eastern Eastern 20 2010. 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.