The Bennington 17 SLi 2011 vs Bennington 2250 RL 2007 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 Bennington 2250 RL 2007 measures 22,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 4,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Bennington 17 SLi 2011 at 17,4 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Bennington 2250 RL 2007 tips the scales at 2 724 lbs — 1 233 lbs less than the Bennington 17 SLi 2011 at 1 491 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 Bennington 2250 RL 2007 tops out at 2 hp. Engine specs for the Bennington 17 SLi 2011 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bennington 2250 RL 2007 carries 26 gallons versus 15 gallons in the Bennington 17 SLi 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 Bennington 17 SLi 2011 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Bennington 2250 RL 2007 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bennington 17 SLi 2011 could be the deciding factor.

The Bennington 2250 RL 2007 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Bennington 17 SLi 2011 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.