The Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 vs Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 110 hp, the Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 has a 108-hp advantage over the Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013's 2-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 50 2013 carries 317 gallons versus 105 gallons in the Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 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 50.4 2007 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013 caps at 14. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 could be the deciding factor.
The Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 has a documented auxiliary engine of 110 hp.
For extended cruising, water capacity matters: the Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 carries 258 gallons versus 2 gallons on the Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013 - a significant advantage on longer passages where watermaker or provisioning stops aren't guaranteed.
Bottom line: The Beneteau Cyclades 50.4 2007 at 51,3 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013 at 49,2 ft is the easier, lower-cost option - simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.