Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Ventura 221V L4S O/B 2005 vs Princecraft Ventura 222 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft Ventura 221V L4S O/B 2005 vs Princecraft Ventura 222 2009 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 — Princecraft Ventura 221V L4S O/B 2005 at 22,0 ft versus Princecraft Ventura 222 2009 at 22,2 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Ventura 221V L4S O/B 2005 tips the scales at 1 939 lbs — 1 714 lbs more than the Princecraft Ventura 222 2009 at 225 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 Princecraft Ventura 222 2009 tops out at 200 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft Ventura 221V L4S O/B 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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.
Bottom line: The Princecraft Ventura 221V L4S O/B 2005 and Princecraft Ventura 222 2009 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelVentura 221V L4S O/B
ModelVentura 222
Model Year2005
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches97
Beam - Inches97
Depth - Detail32 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Detail32 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches32
Weight - Detail1,939 lbs. (880 kg)
Weight - Detail2,250 lbs. (1,021 kg)
Weight - kg879.51
Weight - kg1020.58
Weight - lbs.1939
Weight - lbs.225
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]25 in. (0.64 m)
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet22.17
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail83 in. (2.1 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 2 in. (6.8 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters6.76
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches266
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessBottom: .110 in. (2.8 mm) Side: .110 in. (2.8 mm)
Hull thicknessBottom & Side: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm)
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max200 hp (149 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum people12 Persons / 1,600 lbs. (726 kg)
Maximum people12
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,600 lbs. (726 kg) Total: 2,344 lbs. (1,063 kg)