When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Kayot V220i OB 2007 and the Kayot Z220 2006 are modified 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 — Kayot V220i OB 2007 at 22,0 ft versus Kayot Z220 2006 at 21,0 ft. At 406 lbs and 395 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 Kayot Z220 2006 has a 70-hp advantage over the Kayot V220i OB 2007's 250-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Kayot V220i OB 2007 carries 45 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Kayot Z220 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 Kayot V220i OB 2007 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Kayot Z220 2006 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Kayot V220i OB 2007 could be the deciding factor.