Both the Rinker 210 MTXC CC 2010 and the Rinker Express Cruiser 290 EC 2012 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, 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?

The Rinker Express Cruiser 290 EC 2012 tops out at 380 hp. Engine specs for the Rinker 210 MTXC CC 2010 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Rinker Express Cruiser 290 EC 2012 carries 100 gallons versus 39 gallons in the Rinker 210 MTXC CC 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Rinker 210 MTXC CC 2010 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Rinker Express Cruiser 290 EC 2012 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Rinker 210 MTXC CC 2010 could be the deciding factor.