Matching a modified vee Tidewater Boats 2100 Bay Max 2013 against a deep vee Tidewater Boats 216CC Adventure 2012 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 — Tidewater Boats 2100 Bay Max 2013 at 21,2 ft versus Tidewater Boats 216CC Adventure 2012 at 21,5 ft. At 19 lbs and 22 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 225 hp, the Tidewater Boats 216CC Adventure 2012 has a 25-hp advantage over the Tidewater Boats 2100 Bay Max 2013's 200-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 6 gal and 7 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 Tidewater Boats 216CC Adventure 2012 and its 225-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Tidewater Boats 2100 Bay Max 2013 with its 200-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.