Both the Skeeter 22i 2007 and the Skeeter SL 180 2008 are modified-V designs, both built in composite, 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Skeeter 22i 2007 measures 21,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Skeeter SL 180 2008 at 17,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Skeeter 22i 2007 tips the scales at 1 980 lbs - 600 lbs more than the Skeeter SL 180 2008 at 1 380 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 22i 2007 has a 150-hp advantage over the Skeeter SL 180 2008's 150-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 22i 2007 carries 52 gallons versus 30 gallons in the Skeeter SL 180 2008. 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: The Skeeter 22i 2007 at 21,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Skeeter SL 180 2008 at 17,0 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.