1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs Hanse 445 — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | Hanse 445 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hanse |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 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) | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 87.0 m² (937 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) | 370 L (97.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and Hanse 445 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Hanse 445 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The Hanse 445 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
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 Hanse 445 at 13.50m (44.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The Hanse 445 is 2.53m longer than the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC. The Hanse 445 displaces approximately 42% 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 Hanse 445, with an SA/D of 18.91 and 87.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 445 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 Hanse 445 has a comfort ratio of 15.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 31.7% for the Hanse 445, 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 Hanse 445 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L 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 Hanse 445 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 445 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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