The Bayliner 340 Cruiser 2008 vs Bayliner GT 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Bayliner 340 Cruiser 2008 measures 35,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 17,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Bayliner GT 2009 at 17,5 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Bayliner 340 Cruiser 2008 tips the scales at 11 262 lbs — 9 415 lbs more than the Bayliner GT 2009 at 1 847 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 Bayliner GT 2009 tops out at 135 hp. Engine specs for the Bayliner 340 Cruiser 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bayliner 340 Cruiser 2008 carries 175 gallons versus 21 gallons in the Bayliner GT 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Bayliner 340 Cruiser 2008 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Bayliner GT 2009 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bayliner 340 Cruiser 2008 could be the deciding factor.