The Fisher Freedom 221 DLX 2004 vs Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2005 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Fisher Freedom 221 DLX 2004 measures 22,0 feet overall (2004), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2005 at 17,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Fisher Freedom 221 DLX 2004 tips the scales at 288 lbs — 274 lbs more than the Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2005 at 14 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 Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2005 tops out at 125 hp. Engine specs for the Fisher Freedom 221 DLX 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 3 gal and 3 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Fisher Freedom 221 DLX 2004 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2005 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Fisher Freedom 221 DLX 2004 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Fisher Freedom 221 DLX 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.