The Xpress H22B-SS 2011 vs Xpress Tournament - X18TS 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 Xpress H22B-SS 2011 measures 22,0 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Xpress Tournament - X18TS 2007 at 18,0 feet (2007). At 1 219 lbs and 1 294 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 150 hp, the Xpress Tournament - X18TS 2007 has a 35-hp advantage over the Xpress H22B-SS 2011's 115-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Xpress H22B-SS 2011 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Xpress Tournament - X18TS 2007 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Xpress H22B-SS 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Xpress H22B-SS 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 8 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Xpress Tournament - X18TS 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.