The Bayliner 335 Cruiser Cruiser 2012 vs Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 has a 40-hp advantage over the Bayliner 335 Cruiser Cruiser 2012's 260-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 Bayliner 335 Cruiser Cruiser 2012 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bayliner 335 Cruiser Cruiser 2012 could be the deciding factor.