The Sea Ray 52 Sedan Bridge 2009 vs Sea Ray 58 Sedan Bridge 2006 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Sea Ray 52 Sedan Bridge 2009 at 57,1 ft versus Sea Ray 58 Sedan Bridge 2006 at 58,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sea Ray 52 Sedan Bridge 2009 tips the scales at 40 267 lbs — 39 752 lbs more than the Sea Ray 58 Sedan Bridge 2006 at 515 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 Sea Ray 52 Sedan Bridge 2009 carries a rated maximum of 765 hp. Engine data for the Sea Ray 58 Sedan Bridge 2006 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 7 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 17 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.