Both the Premier Boats SunSation 210 2008 and the Premier Boats SunSpree 240 2008 are pontoon designs, both built in aluminium, 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 - Premier Boats SunSation 210 2008 at 20,0 ft versus Premier Boats SunSpree 240 2008 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Premier Boats SunSpree 240 2008 tips the scales at 1 650 lbs - 250 lbs less than the Premier Boats SunSation 210 2008 at 1 400 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 125 hp, the Premier Boats SunSpree 240 2008 has a 25-hp advantage over the Premier Boats SunSation 210 2008's 100-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 12 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.
One place where both boats are genuinely identical is tube construction: both run 2 aluminum tubes at 25" diameter. That shared spec means stability and buoyancy characteristics are closely matched - the ride difference you'll feel between them comes primarily from deck length, weight distribution, and motor choice.
Bottom line: The Premier Boats SunSpree 240 2008 at 23,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Premier Boats SunSation 210 2008 at 20,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking - a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.