Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Ventura 221V L4S O/B 2007 vs Princecraft Ventura 222V L2S I/O 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft Ventura 221V L4S O/B 2007 vs Princecraft Ventura 222V L2S I/O 2005 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 2007 at 22,0 ft versus Princecraft Ventura 222V L2S I/O 2005 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Ventura 222V L2S I/O 2005 tips the scales at 2 831 lbs — 2 606 lbs less than the Princecraft Ventura 221V L4S O/B 2007 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 221V L4S O/B 2007 carries a rated maximum of 175 hp. Engine data for the Princecraft Ventura 222V L2S I/O 2005 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.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 2007 and Princecraft Ventura 222V L2S I/O 2005 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 222V L2S I/O
Model Year2007
Model Year2005
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
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail2,250 lbs. (1,021 kg)
Weight - Detail2,831 lbs. (1,284 kg)
Weight - kg1020.58
Weight - kg1284.12
Weight - lbs.225
Weight - lbs.2831
Width [transom] - Detail83 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]25 in. (0.64 m)
Height [transom]32 in. (0.8 m)
Length - Meters6.8
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 2 in. (6.8 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters6.76
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches266
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thicknessBottom & Side: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm)
Hull thicknessBottom: .110 in. (2.8 mm) Side: .110 in. (2.8 mm)
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l) (Specifications based on deck boat equipped with 4.3 l engine)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max175 hp (131 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,600 lbs. (726 kg) Total: 2,344 lbs. (1,063 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people12
Maximum people12 Persons / 1,600 lbs. (726 kg)