The Voyager Marine 22 ft. Express Fish & Cruise 2011 vs Voyager Marine VS25CR Super Cruise 2006 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 — Voyager Marine 22 ft. Express Fish & Cruise 2011 at 22,0 ft versus Voyager Marine VS25CR Super Cruise 2006 at 25,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Voyager Marine VS25CR Super Cruise 2006 tips the scales at 215 lbs — 191 lbs less than the Voyager Marine 22 ft. Express Fish & Cruise 2011 at 24 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 175 hp, the Voyager Marine 22 ft. Express Fish & Cruise 2011 has a 45-hp advantage over the Voyager Marine VS25CR Super Cruise 2006's 130-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 14 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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Voyager Marine 22 ft. Express Fish & Cruise 2011 comes in at 0 lbs per hp versus 2 lbs per hp for the Voyager Marine VS25CR Super Cruise 2006. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
The Voyager Marine VS25CR Super Cruise 2006 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Voyager Marine 22 ft. Express Fish & Cruise 2011 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Voyager Marine VS25CR Super Cruise 2006 at 25,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Voyager Marine 22 ft. Express Fish & Cruise 2011 at 22,0 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.