The Beneteau Evasion 36 1990 vs Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2010 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 Beneteau Evasion 36 1990 carries a rated maximum of 43 hp. Engine data for the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2010 carries 1 057 gallons versus 45 gallons in the Beneteau Evasion 36 1990. 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 Swift Trawler 52 2010 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Beneteau Evasion 36 1990 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2010 could be the deciding factor.

The Beneteau Evasion 36 1990 has a documented displacement of 12 125 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.

Both boats draw a similar depth — 4,1 ft and 4,0 ft respectively. Marina access and anchorage options should be broadly equivalent between the two.

The Beneteau Evasion 36 1990 uses Sloop rigging. The Beneteau Evasion 36 1990 has a documented auxiliary engine of 43 hp.

For extended cruising, water capacity matters: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2010 carries 264 gallons versus 119 gallons on the Beneteau Evasion 36 1990 — a significant advantage on longer passages where watermaker or provisioning stops aren't guaranteed.