Matching a modified vee Xpress Tournament Series - X22TS 2008 against a deep vee Xpress Yukon 195 2012 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Xpress Tournament Series - X22TS 2008 at 22,0 ft versus Xpress Yukon 195 2012 at 19,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Xpress Tournament Series - X22TS 2008 tips the scales at 1 797 lbs — 124 lbs more than the Xpress Yukon 195 2012 at 1 673 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 300 hp, the Xpress Tournament Series - X22TS 2008 has a 185-hp advantage over the Xpress Yukon 195 2012's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 6 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.
Bottom line: The Xpress Tournament Series - X22TS 2008 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Xpress Yukon 195 2012 at 19,5 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.