The Princecraft 22 SS 2004 vs Princecraft Cadet 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Princecraft 22 SS 2004 measures 22,0 feet overall (2004), giving it roughly 6,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Cadet 2006 at 16,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft 22 SS 2004 tips the scales at 3 456 lbs — 2 868 lbs more than the Princecraft Cadet 2006 at 588 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 220 hp, the Princecraft 22 SS 2004 has a 195-hp advantage over the Princecraft Cadet 2006's 25-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft 22 SS 2004 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Princecraft Cadet 2006 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft 22 SS 2004 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft 22 SS 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 16 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Cadet 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.