Both the Xpress H22CC 2012 and the Xpress Tournament Series - X21TS 2008 are modified-V designs, both built in aluminium, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Xpress H22CC 2012 at 22,0 ft versus Xpress Tournament Series - X21TS 2008 at 21,0 ft. At 1 476 lbs and 1 504 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 250 hp, the Xpress Tournament Series - X21TS 2008 has a 135-hp advantage over the Xpress H22CC 2012'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 H22CC 2012 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Xpress Tournament Series - X21TS 2008 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Xpress H22CC 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Xpress H22CC 2012 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 Series - X21TS 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.