Both the Bennington 22 SLX 2012 and the Bennington 24 SL 2012 are pontoon designs, both built in aluminium, so 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?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Bennington 22 SLX 2012 at 21,8 ft versus Bennington 24 SL 2012 at 23,8 ft. At 2 100 lbs and 2 100 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class - either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Bennington 24 SL 2012 has a 35-hp advantage over the Bennington 22 SLX 2012's 115-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 21 gal and 21 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 25 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Bennington 24 SL 2012 and its 150-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Bennington 22 SLX 2012 with its 115-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.