The Beneteau 25 1992 vs Beneteau Antares 10.80 2008 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 Beneteau Antares 10.80 2008 measures 35,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 10,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Beneteau 25 1992 at 24,7 feet (1992). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Beneteau Antares 10.80 2008 tips the scales at 12 875 lbs — 10 274 lbs less than the Beneteau 25 1992 at 2 601 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 Beneteau 25 1992 carries a rated maximum of 7 hp. Engine data for the Beneteau Antares 10.80 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Beneteau Antares 10.80 2008 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Beneteau 25 1992 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Antares 10.80 2008 could be the deciding factor.
The Beneteau 25 1992 has a documented displacement of 2 601 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.
Draft is a practical consideration that many buyers underestimate until they're already at the marina. The Beneteau 25 1992 draws 5,2 ft, compared to 2,0 ft for the Beneteau Antares 10.80 2008. That 3,2-foot difference affects which anchorages you can access, which haul-out facilities will take you, and how carefully you need to read the tide tables in shallower cruising grounds.
The Beneteau 25 1992 uses Sloop rigging. The Beneteau 25 1992 has a documented auxiliary engine of 7 hp.
The Beneteau 25 1992 is trailerable, giving it a significant lifestyle advantage for sailors who want to move between lakes, rivers, and coastal waters without committing to a marina slip.
Bottom line: The Beneteau Antares 10.80 2008 at 35,0 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Beneteau 25 1992 at 24,7 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew, trailerable, and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.