The Voyager Marine VS22CR Super Elite 2004 vs Voyager Marine VS22FC/CC Super Fish & Cruise / Center Console 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 VS22CR Super Elite 2004 at 22,0 ft versus Voyager Marine VS22FC/CC Super Fish & Cruise / Center Console 2006 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Voyager Marine VS22FC/CC Super Fish & Cruise / Center Console 2006 tips the scales at 2 000 lbs - 225 lbs less than the Voyager Marine VS22CR Super Elite 2004 at 1 775 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 Voyager Marine VS22FC/CC Super Fish & Cruise / Center Console 2006 tops out at 115 hp. Engine specs for the Voyager Marine VS22CR Super Elite 2004 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.

Both boats are rated for 12 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.

Both are inflatable designs, which means they pack down for compact storage, can be carried in a bag, and are dramatically lighter than equivalent rigid hulls. The trade-off is setup time and the need to monitor tube pressure regularly.