2024 Fleetwood Bounder 33C vs 2024 Fleetwood Discovery 38W

Detailed Comparison

If you're weighing the 2024 Fleetwood Bounder 33C against the 2024 Fleetwood Discovery 38W, you're looking at two solid contenders. Here's how they stack up.

Dimensionally, you're looking at 39.5 ft for the Fleetwood Bounder 33C and 26.0 ft for the Fleetwood Discovery 38W. The Fleetwood Discovery 38W carries an extra 1,800 lbs, which affects tow vehicle requirements and fuel economy.

The Fleetwood Bounder 33C sleeps 8 while the Fleetwood Discovery 38W accommodates 6. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Fleetwood Bounder 33C has 2 and the Fleetwood Discovery 38W has 4.

For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Fleetwood Discovery 38W at 106 gallons versus 103 gallons. Solar-wise, you get 550W on the Fleetwood Bounder 33C and 500W on the Fleetwood Discovery 38W. Battery banks are 350 Ah and 400 Ah.

At $266,000 MSRP for the Fleetwood Bounder 33C and $141,000 for the Fleetwood Discovery 38W, the Fleetwood Discovery 38W saves you $125,000.

If you're traveling with a family, look for the model with more sleeping positions and better storage. Boondockers: look at the fresh water capacity and solar/battery systems — they determine how long you can stay out. For the full-time RV lifestyle, every gallon of tank capacity and every inch of counter space counts.

Remember, the perfect RV is the one you'll actually use. Pick the one that excites you most and hit the road.