When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Beneteau Antares 13.80 2008 and the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2011 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2011 tops out at 425 hp. Engine specs for the Beneteau Antares 13.80 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Beneteau Antares 13.80 2008 carries 396 gallons versus 211 gallons in the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2011. 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 Beneteau Antares 13.80 2008 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2011 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Antares 13.80 2008 could be the deciding factor.