The Sea Ray 47 Sedan Bridge 2008 vs Sea Ray Sundancer 500 1996 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 Sea Ray Sundancer 500 1996 measures 50,0 feet overall (1996), giving it roughly 45,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sea Ray 47 Sedan Bridge 2008 at 5,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sea Ray Sundancer 500 1996 tips the scales at 34 500 lbs — 34 125 lbs less than the Sea Ray 47 Sedan Bridge 2008 at 375 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 735 hp, the Sea Ray Sundancer 500 1996 has a 161-hp advantage over the Sea Ray 47 Sedan Bridge 2008's 574-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sea Ray 47 Sedan Bridge 2008 carries 53 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Sea Ray Sundancer 500 1996. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 15 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.