Matching a modified vee Sailfish 218 CC 2009 against a deep vee Sailfish 220 WAC 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Sailfish 218 CC 2009 at 21,0 ft versus Sailfish 220 WAC 2013 at 21,3 ft. At 3 lbs and 35 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 250 hp for the Sailfish 218 CC 2009 and 250 hp for the Sailfish 220 WAC 2013. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 95 gal and 95 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Sailfish 220 WAC 2013 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Sailfish 218 CC 2009 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sailfish 220 WAC 2013 could be the deciding factor.