The Beneteau Antares 11 Fly 2022 vs Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2011 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Beneteau Antares 11 Fly 2022 at 36,4 ft versus Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2011 at 36,6 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2011 tips the scales at 16 466 lbs — 2 916 lbs less than the Beneteau Antares 11 Fly 2022 at 13 550 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 425 hp, the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2011 has a 125-hp advantage over the Beneteau Antares 11 Fly 2022's 300-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 212 gal and 211 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 11 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.