Matching a deep vee Xpress DVX 175 2012 against a modified vee Xpress HD22CF 2009 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Xpress HD22CF 2009 measures 22,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 4,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Xpress DVX 175 2012 at 17,5 feet (2012). At 1 215 lbs and 1 219 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 115 hp for the Xpress DVX 175 2012 and 130 hp for the Xpress HD22CF 2009. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Xpress HD22CF 2009 carries 31 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Xpress DVX 175 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Xpress HD22CF 2009 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress DVX 175 2012 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Xpress HD22CF 2009 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Xpress HD22CF 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Xpress DVX 175 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.