1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs Dufour 45E — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
Dufour 45E
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | Dufour 45E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Dufour |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 2008–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 13.80 m (45.3 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 11.90 m (39.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and Dufour 45E represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Dufour 45E is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The Dufour 45E was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the Dufour 45E at 13.80m (45.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The Dufour 45E is 2.83m longer than the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC. The Dufour 45E displaces approximately 48% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.23 and 59.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 45E, with an SA/D of 18.64 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 45E has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Dufour 45E has a comfort ratio of 15.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 30.5% for the Dufour 45E, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Dufour 45E offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC 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 45E has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Dufour 45E 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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