Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ebbtide 2200 SS SC FC 2009 vs Ebbtide 2500 Mid-Cabin Cruiser 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ebbtide 2200 SS SC FC 2009 vs Ebbtide 2500 Mid-Cabin Cruiser 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Ebbtide 2200 SS SC FC 2009 at 21,0 ft versus Ebbtide 2500 Mid-Cabin Cruiser 2007 at 24,0 ft. At 35 lbs and 53 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 320 hp, the Ebbtide 2500 Mid-Cabin Cruiser 2007 has a 100-hp advantage over the Ebbtide 2200 SS SC FC 2009's 220-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Ebbtide 2200 SS SC FC 2009 carries 45 gallons versus 7 gallons in the Ebbtide 2500 Mid-Cabin Cruiser 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Ebbtide 2500 Mid-Cabin Cruiser 2007 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Ebbtide 2200 SS SC FC 2009 at 21,0 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.
General Boat Info
Model2200 SS SC FC
Model2500 Mid-Cabin Cruiser
Model Year2009
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Depth - DetailCenterline at Floor: 32 in. (81.28 cm)
Depth - Detail33 in
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters83.82
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches33
Weight - Detail3,500 lbs. (1,587.57 kg)
Weight - Detail5,300 lbs
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - kg2404.04
Weight - lbs.35
Weight - lbs.53
Length - Meters6.4
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet24
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 2 in. (7.06 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in. (6.4 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Meters7.52
Length overall - Inches252
Length overall - Inches296
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches8
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeMercury MerCruiser
Engine makenot available
Engine modelV-6, 262 (4.3 l) MPI
Engine modelnot available
Fuel systemMPI, water-cooled
Fuel systemnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (170.34 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Fuel tank capacity - Gal7
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max220 hp (164 kW)
Engine max320 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMerc 5.7L Alpha 250 hp
Performance
Cruising speed29.2 mph @ 3,000 rpm
Cruising speednot available
Maximum speed50 mph @ 4,800 rpm
Maximum speednot available
Operational Info
HeadPort-a-potty
HeadFully enclosed molded fiberglass
Maximum capacityNMMA Rated: 1,854 lbs. (840.96 kg)
Maximum capacity1,950 lbs
Maximum people12 or 1,800 lbs. (816.47 kg)
Maximum people12
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 1 in
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity4
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity28 gal