The Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 220 2011 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 220 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 220 2011 at 22,0 ft versus Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 220 2005 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 220 2011 tips the scales at 2 805 lbs — 530 lbs more than the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 220 2005 at 2 275 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 Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 220 2005 tops out at 120 hp. Engine specs for the Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 220 2011 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 220 2005 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 220 2011 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 220 2005 could be the deciding factor.