The Premier Boats 25 Legend Sport Dek 2004 vs Premier Boats FS 235 2006 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 — Premier Boats 25 Legend Sport Dek 2004 at 24,0 ft versus Premier Boats FS 235 2006 at 22,0 ft. At 283 lbs and 283 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 Premier Boats FS 235 2006 tops out at 175 hp. Engine specs for the Premier Boats 25 Legend Sport Dek 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Premier Boats 25 Legend Sport Dek 2004 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Premier Boats FS 235 2006 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Premier Boats 25 Legend Sport Dek 2004 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Premier Boats 25 Legend Sport Dek 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Premier Boats FS 235 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.