Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 34 Cruiser 2009 vs Formula 34 Performance Cruiser 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Formula 34 Cruiser 2009 against a modified vee Formula 34 Performance Cruiser 2008 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Formula 34 Cruiser 2009 at 34,0 ft versus Formula 34 Performance Cruiser 2008 at 34,0 ft. At 1 691 lbs and 1 691 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.
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.
Bottom line: The Formula 34 Cruiser 2009 and Formula 34 Performance Cruiser 2008 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model34 Cruiser
Model34 Performance Cruiser
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)
Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)
Beam - Meters3.51
Beam - Meters3.51
Beam - Inches138
Beam - Inches138
Bridge clearance - Detail11 ft. 4 in. (3.45 m) With Hartop, Satellite TV & Mast Light: 14 ft. 0 in. (4.27 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 11 ft. 4 in. (3.45 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters4.27
Bridge clearance - Meters3.45
Bridge clearance - Inches168
Bridge clearance - Inches136
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - DetailGas: 15,710 lbs. (7,126 kg) Diesel: 16,110 lbs. (7,307 kg) With Hardtop - Gas: 16,510 (7,489 kg) With Hardtop - Diesel: 16,910 lbs. (7,670 kg)
Weight - DetailGas: 15,710 lbs. (7,126 kg) Diesel: 16,110 lbs. (7,307 kg) w/ Hardtop - Gas: 16,510 (7,489 kg) w/ Hardtop - Diesel: 16,910 lbs. (7,670 kg)
Weight - kg7670.24
Weight - kg7670.24
Weight - lbs.1691
Weight - lbs.1691
Length - Meters10.44
Length - Meters10.44
Length - Feet34
Length - Feet34
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches3
Length [over all with swim platform]35 ft. 7 in. (10.85 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]35 ft. 7 in. (10.85 m)
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 3 in. (10.44 m)
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 3 in. (10.44 m)
Length overall - Meters10.44
Length overall - Meters10.44
Length overall - Inches411
Length overall - Inches411
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines2
Max no of enginesnot available
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta twin 8.1 Gi DP with CWC
Engine/s standardMerCruiser? Twin 496 MAG Bravo Three
Fuel tank capacity - Detail206 gal. (780 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail206 gal. (780 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters779.79
Fuel tank capacity - Liters779.79
Fuel tank capacity - Gal206
Fuel tank capacity - Gal206
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)
Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)
Water capacity55 gal. (208 l)
Water capacity55 gal. (208 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42
Holding tank capacity - Gal4
Holding tank capacity - Gal4