Catalina 36 MkII vs 2006 Tartan 4400 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 36 MkII | 2006 Tartan 4400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Tartan |
| Year | 1999–2006 | 2006–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) | 4.11 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.23 m (7.3 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,577 kg (14,500 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.5 m² (608 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 27 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 95 L (25.1 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 416 L (109.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 36 MkII and 2006 Tartan 4400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 36 MkII is a 1990s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2006 Tartan 4400 is a 2000s offering from Tartan from USA. The Catalina 36 MkII was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2006 Tartan 4400 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the Catalina 36 MkII measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.55m, compared to the 2006 Tartan 4400 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 4.11m beam. The 2006 Tartan 4400 is 2.44m longer than the Catalina 36 MkII. The 2006 Tartan 4400 displaces approximately 72% 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 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 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 2006 Tartan 4400 has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 37.9% for the Catalina 36 MkII and 40.0% for the 2006 Tartan 4400, 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 2006 Tartan 4400 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 416L water and 230L 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 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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