Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sylvan 1700 Avenger DC 2005 vs Sylvan Sea Snapper Series 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sylvan 1700 Avenger DC 2005 vs Sylvan Sea Snapper Series 2012 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 135 hp, the Sylvan 1700 Avenger DC 2005 has a 100-hp advantage over the Sylvan Sea Snapper Series 2012's 35-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 5 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.
Bottom line: The Sylvan 1700 Avenger DC 2005 at 17,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Sylvan Sea Snapper Series 2012 at 14,2 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model1700 Avenger DC
ModelSea Snapper Series
Model Year2005
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Inches91
Beam - Inches68
Depth - Detail23 in
Depth - Detail30 in
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Inches23
Depth - Inches3
Width [transom] - Detail90 in
Width [transom] - Detail60 in
Height - Detail31 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches31
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]LS
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet14.17
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters4.32
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches17
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail230 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg104.33
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.23
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.100 Side: 0.086 Rib: 0.1
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.064 in. Side: 0.06 in. Rib: 0.064 in
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters117.35
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal31
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max135 hp
Engine max35 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,000 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people5