Both the Larson LX 2150 I/O 2012 and the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2007 are modified-V designs, the first built in composite and the second in fibreglass, so 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 - Larson LX 2150 I/O 2012 at 21,4 ft versus Larson LXi 228 I/O 2007 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2007 tips the scales at 3 495 lbs - 395 lbs less than the Larson LX 2150 I/O 2012 at 3 100 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 320 hp, the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2007 has a 100-hp advantage over the Larson LX 2150 I/O 2012's 220-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 36 gal and 35 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

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.