The Gekko GTS 20 2006 vs Gekko Revo 7.1 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Gekko Revo 7.1 2007 measures 22,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Gekko GTS 20 2006 at 18,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Gekko GTS 20 2006 tips the scales at 195 lbs — 162 lbs more than the Gekko Revo 7.1 2007 at 33 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 6 hp for the Gekko GTS 20 2006 and 6 hp for the Gekko Revo 7.1 2007. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Gekko Revo 7.1 2007 carries 45 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Gekko GTS 20 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Gekko Revo 7.1 2007 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Gekko GTS 20 2006 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Gekko Revo 7.1 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Gekko Revo 7.1 2007 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 Gekko GTS 20 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.