Catalina 36 MkII vs 2005 X-Yachts X-35 — Comparison
2005 X-Yachts X-35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 36 MkII | 2005 X-Yachts X-35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | X-Yachts |
| Year | 1999–2006 | 2005–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Denmark |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 10.59 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) | 9.40 m (30.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) | 3.30 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,577 kg (14,500 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.5 m² (608 ft²) | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 27 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 95 L (25.1 gal) | 65 L (17.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 36 MkII and 2005 X-Yachts X-35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 36 MkII is a 1990s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Catalina 36 MkII was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Catalina 36 MkII measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.55m, compared to the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 at 10.59m (34.7ft) with a 3.30m beam. The Catalina 36 MkII is 0.38m longer than the 2005 X-Yachts X-35. The Catalina 36 MkII displaces approximately 20% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 36 MkII has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.35 and 56.5 m² of sail area. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35, with an SA/D of 18.26 and 56.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 36 MkII offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 37.9% for the Catalina 36 MkII and 36.4% for the 2005 X-Yachts X-35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 36 MkII provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 189L of water capacity and 95L of fuel. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 130L water and 65L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 36 MkII 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 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Catalina 36 MkII 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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