When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Weld-Craft Jon Boats 2011 and the Weld-Craft RL 56 (16 ft.) 2007 are flat designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 15 hp for the Weld-Craft Jon Boats 2011 and 35 hp for the Weld-Craft RL 56 (16 ft.) 2007. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
Bottom line: The Weld-Craft RL 56 (16 ft.) 2007 at 16,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weld-Craft Jon Boats 2011 at 12,0 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.