2025 Airstream Caravel 22FB vs 2025 Forest River Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL

Detailed Comparison

Both the 2025 Airstream Caravel 22FB and the 2025 Forest River Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL have loyal followings, and for good reason. Here's an objective look at how they measure up.

The Airstream Caravel 22FB measures 34.5 ft in length at 4,700 lbs, compared to the Forest River Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL's 40.0 ft and 8,200 lbs. GVWR ratings sit at 7,700 lbs and 10,300 lbs respectively.

The Airstream Caravel 22FB sleeps 3 while the Forest River Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL accommodates 7. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Airstream Caravel 22FB has 0 and the Forest River Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL has 2.

For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Forest River Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL at 67 gallons versus 30 gallons. Solar-wise, you get N/A on the Airstream Caravel 22FB and 450W on the Forest River Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL. Battery banks are 200 Ah and 150 Ah.

At $109,000 MSRP for the Airstream Caravel 22FB and $107,000 for the Forest River Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL, the Forest River Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL saves you $2,000. With only a 2% price difference, the choice comes down to features rather than cost.

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.

Take these specs as a starting point, then go see them in person — there's no substitute for stepping inside.