Matching a flat Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2012 against a pontoon Marathon Grumman Heritage H2085CPR 2013 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 — Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2012 at 1,0 ft versus Marathon Grumman Heritage H2085CPR 2013 at 2,0 ft. At 96 lbs and 189 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 100 hp, the Marathon Grumman Heritage H2085CPR 2013 has a 97-hp advantage over the Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2012's 3-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Marathon Grumman Heritage H2085CPR 2013 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2012 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Marathon Grumman Heritage H2085CPR 2013 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Marathon Grumman Heritage H2085CPR 2013 comes in at 2 lbs per hp versus 32 lbs per hp for the Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2012. 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 Grumman Heritage H2085CPR 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Marathon DN 1036 Jon 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 2 that costs less to run day-to-day.