1994 Hylas 42 vs Dufour 382 Grand Large — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1994 Hylas 42 | Dufour 382 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hylas | Dufour |
| Year | 1994–2004 | 2014–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Taiwan | France |
| Designer | German Frers | Felci Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.52 m (34.5 ft) | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 74.3 m² (800 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1994 Hylas 42 and Dufour 382 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1994 Hylas 42 is a 1990s design by Hylas from Taiwan, while the Dufour 382 Grand Large is a modern offering from Dufour from France. The 1994 Hylas 42 was penned by German Frers. The Dufour 382 Grand Large was designed by Felci Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 1994 Hylas 42 measures 12.80m (42.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the Dufour 382 Grand Large at 11.55m (37.9ft) with a 3.72m beam. The 1994 Hylas 42 is 1.25m longer than the Dufour 382 Grand Large. The 1994 Hylas 42 displaces approximately 32% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1994 Hylas 42 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.80 and 74.3 m² of sail area. The Dufour 382 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 382 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1994 Hylas 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The Dufour 382 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 17.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 40.5% for the 1994 Hylas 42 and 30.6% for the Dufour 382 Grand Large, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1994 Hylas 42 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Dufour 382 Grand Large offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1994 Hylas 42 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Dufour 382 Grand Large has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1994 Hylas 42 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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