The Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2010 is a flat-bottom design and the Marathon DN 12 2013 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 - Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2010 at 10,0 ft versus Marathon DN 12 2013 at 11,7 ft. At 96 lbs and 121 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 share a closely matched power ceiling - 3 hp for the Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2010 and 10 hp for the Marathon DN 12 2013. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Marathon DN 12 2013 is rated for 3 passengers, while the Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2010 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Marathon DN 12 2013 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Marathon DN 12 2013 comes in at 12 lbs per hp versus 32 lbs per hp for the Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2010. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration - meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: Choose the Marathon DN 12 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 3 passengers and at 11,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 2 that costs less to run day-to-day.