Catalina 28 vs 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 — Comparison
Catalina 28
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 28 | 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | X-Yachts |
| Year | 1998–2004 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Denmark |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) | 10.57 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.90 m (9.5 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,812 kg (6,199 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,134 kg (2,500 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 33.5 m² (361 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 70 L (18.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 95 L (25.1 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 28 and 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 28 is a 1990s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Catalina 28 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Catalina 28 measures 8.69m (28.5ft) overall with a beam of 2.90m, compared to the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 at 10.57m (34.7ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is 1.88m longer than the Catalina 28. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 displaces approximately 106% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 28 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.09 and 33.5 m² of sail area. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, with an SA/D of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Catalina 28 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 28 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.3% for the Catalina 28 and 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 28 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 95L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 70L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 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 Catalina 28 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.