When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Beneteau Flyer 12 2009 and the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 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 52 2012 tops out at 2 hp. Engine specs for the Beneteau Flyer 12 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 carries 1 057 gallons versus 317 gallons in the Beneteau Flyer 12 2009. 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 2012 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Beneteau Flyer 12 2009 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 could be the deciding factor.