When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 and the Ebbtide 2320 Z-Trak SS Sport Cuddy 2008 are deep 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 — Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 at 20,8 ft versus Ebbtide 2320 Z-Trak SS Sport Cuddy 2008 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 tips the scales at 3 456 lbs — 2 991 lbs more than the Ebbtide 2320 Z-Trak SS Sport Cuddy 2008 at 465 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 Ebbtide 2320 Z-Trak SS Sport Cuddy 2008 tops out at 320 hp. Engine specs for the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 carries 45 gallons versus 7 gallons in the Ebbtide 2320 Z-Trak SS Sport Cuddy 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 10 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 2320 Z-Trak SS Sport Cuddy 2008 at 23,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 at 20,8 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.