1995 Feeling 39 vs 2006 Tartan 4400 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1995 Feeling 39 | 2006 Tartan 4400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Feeling | Tartan |
| Year | 1995–2003 | 2006–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Philippe Harlé | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.78 m (12.4 ft) | 4.11 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 2.23 m (7.3 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 66.0 m² (710 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 416 L (109.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1995 Feeling 39 and 2006 Tartan 4400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1995 Feeling 39 is a 1990s design by Feeling from France, while the 2006 Tartan 4400 is a 2000s offering from Tartan from USA. The 1995 Feeling 39 was penned by Philippe Harlé. The 2006 Tartan 4400 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the 1995 Feeling 39 measures 11.80m (38.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.78m, compared to the 2006 Tartan 4400 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 4.11m beam. The 2006 Tartan 4400 is 1.61m longer than the 1995 Feeling 39. The 2006 Tartan 4400 displaces approximately 45% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1995 Feeling 39 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.05 and 66.0 m² of sail area. The 2006 Tartan 4400, with an SA/D of 17.71 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2006 Tartan 4400 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1995 Feeling 39 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2006 Tartan 4400 has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the 1995 Feeling 39 and 40.0% for the 2006 Tartan 4400, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1995 Feeling 39 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 2006 Tartan 4400 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 416L water and 230L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1995 Feeling 39 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 2006 Tartan 4400 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2006 Tartan 4400 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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