Matching a modified vee Monterey 220 EX 2008 against a deep vee Monterey 260SCR 2012 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Monterey 260SCR 2012 measures 27,5 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 6,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 220 EX 2008 at 21,0 feet (2008). At 42 lbs and 72 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 320 hp for the Monterey 220 EX 2008 and 320 hp for the Monterey 260SCR 2012. 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 8 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.