The Weeres SunDeck 220 SE Tri-toon 2005 vs Weeres SunDeck SE 200 Tri-toon 2007 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 Weeres SunDeck 220 SE Tri-toon 2005 measures 22,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 20,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Weeres SunDeck SE 200 Tri-toon 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Weeres SunDeck 220 SE Tri-toon 2005 tips the scales at 2 115 lbs — 1 950 lbs more than the Weeres SunDeck SE 200 Tri-toon 2007 at 165 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 Weeres SunDeck 220 SE Tri-toon 2005 has a 75-hp advantage over the Weeres SunDeck SE 200 Tri-toon 2007's 100-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 24 gal and 24 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 11 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 Weeres SunDeck SE 200 Tri-toon 2007 comes in at 2 lbs per hp versus 12 lbs per hp for the Weeres SunDeck 220 SE Tri-toon 2005. 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 Weeres SunDeck 220 SE Tri-toon 2005 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Weeres SunDeck SE 200 Tri-toon 2007 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Weeres SunDeck 220 SE Tri-toon 2005 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weeres SunDeck SE 200 Tri-toon 2007 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.