The Monterey 298 SC 2002 vs Monterey 340SY 2013 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Monterey 340SY 2013 measures 35,3 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 4,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 298 SC 2002 at 31,1 feet (2002). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Monterey 340SY 2013 tips the scales at 14 700 lbs - 6 543 lbs less than the Monterey 298 SC 2002 at 8 157 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Monterey 340SY 2013 tops out at 400 hp. Engine specs for the Monterey 298 SC 2002 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Monterey 340SY 2013 carries 210 gallons versus 142 gallons in the Monterey 298 SC 2002. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Monterey 298 SC 2002 is rated for up to 9 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 340SY 2013 wasn't available.