The Beneteau Cyclades 39.3 2007 vs Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2013 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 Cyclades 39.3 2007 measures 39,3 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 3,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2013 at 36,0 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Beneteau Cyclades 39.3 2007 tips the scales at 15 642 lbs — 14 000 lbs more than the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2013 at 1 642 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 2013 has a 385-hp advantage over the Beneteau Cyclades 39.3 2007's 40-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2013 carries 211 gallons versus 58 gallons in the Beneteau Cyclades 39.3 2007. 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 Cyclades 39.3 2007 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2013 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Cyclades 39.3 2007 could be the deciding factor.
The Beneteau Cyclades 39.3 2007 has a documented displacement of 15 642 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.
The Beneteau Cyclades 39.3 2007 uses Fractional Sloop rigging. The Beneteau Cyclades 39.3 2007 has a documented auxiliary engine of 40 hp.
Bottom line: The Beneteau Cyclades 39.3 2007 at 39,3 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 2013 at 36,0 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.