The Supra Comp 20 2006 vs Supra Launch 242 2012 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Supra Launch 242 2012 measures 24,0 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 22,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Supra Comp 20 2006 at 2,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Supra Launch 242 2012 tips the scales at 445 lbs — 140 lbs less than the Supra Comp 20 2006 at 305 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 340 hp for the Supra Comp 20 2006 and 325 hp for the Supra Launch 242 2012. 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.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Supra Launch 242 2012 is rated for 17 passengers, while the Supra Comp 20 2006 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Supra Launch 242 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Supra Launch 242 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 17 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Supra Comp 20 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.