The Skeeter 21i 2006 vs Skeeter FX 20 2013 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 — Skeeter 21i 2006 at 21,0 ft versus Skeeter FX 20 2013 at 20,2 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Skeeter FX 20 2013 tips the scales at 2 075 lbs — 1 882 lbs less than the Skeeter 21i 2006 at 193 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 300 hp, the Skeeter 21i 2006 has a 50-hp advantage over the Skeeter FX 20 2013's 250-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Skeeter 21i 2006 carries 52 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Skeeter FX 20 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 5 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Skeeter 21i 2006 and its 300-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Skeeter FX 20 2013 with its 250-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.