Matching a modified vee SeaArk BayFisher 2012 against a tunnel SeaArk Predator 220 FS 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 — SeaArk BayFisher 2012 at 20,1 ft versus SeaArk Predator 220 FS 2013 at 22,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the SeaArk BayFisher 2012 tips the scales at 119 lbs — 103 lbs more than the SeaArk Predator 220 FS 2013 at 16 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 200 hp, the SeaArk Predator 220 FS 2013 has a 60-hp advantage over the SeaArk BayFisher 2012's 140-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 3 gal and 4 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 SeaArk Predator 220 FS 2013 at 22,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The SeaArk BayFisher 2012 at 20,1 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.