The Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Touring Touring 2007 vs Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Ultimate Ultimate 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Touring Touring 2007 at 35,0 ft versus Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Ultimate Ultimate 2007 at 35,0 ft. At 11 905 lbs and 11 905 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 Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Touring Touring 2007 carries a rated maximum of 30 hp. Engine data for the Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Ultimate Ultimate 2007 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 21 gal and 21 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 10 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.
Both boats sit in a similar displacement bracket — 11 905 lbs for the Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Touring Touring 2007 and 11 905 lbs for the Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Ultimate Ultimate 2007. Comparable displacement means broadly similar seakeeping behaviour and load capacity, though hull form and ballast ratio will still produce noticeably different sailing characteristics.
Both boats draw a similar depth — 6,2 ft and 6,2 ft respectively. Marina access and anchorage options should be broadly equivalent between the two.
The Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Touring Touring 2007 uses Sloop rigging. The Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Touring Touring 2007 has a documented auxiliary engine of 30 hp.
Bottom line: The Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Touring Touring 2007 and Dragonfly Dragonfly 35 - Ultimate Ultimate 2007 are closely matched on paper. A sea trial on both in representative conditions is the only reliable way to find which one suits your sailing style, home port, and intended cruising ground.