When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the ThunderJet Alexis 2010 and the ThunderJet Rio Classic 2010 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — 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?
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 325 hp for the ThunderJet Alexis 2010 and 325 hp for the ThunderJet Rio Classic 2010. 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 — 5 gal and 8 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Bottom line: The ThunderJet Rio Classic 2010 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The ThunderJet Alexis 2010 at 2,0 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.