2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 vs Hanse 375 — Comparison
2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411
Hanse 375
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 | Hanse 375 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hanse |
| Year | 2000–2005 | 2009–2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.22 m (40.1 ft) | 11.35 m (37.2 ft) |
| LWL | 10.52 m (34.5 ft) | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.90 m (12.8 ft) | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) | 7,000 kg (15,432 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,800 kg (6,173 lbs) | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 and Hanse 375 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the Hanse 375 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 was penned by Groupe Finot. The Hanse 375 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 measures 12.22m (40.1ft) overall with a beam of 3.90m, compared to the Hanse 375 at 11.35m (37.2ft) with a 3.65m beam. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 is 0.87m longer than the Hanse 375. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 displaces approximately 17% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.24 and 69.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 375, with an SA/D of 17.21 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Hanse 375 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 34.2% for the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 and 30.7% for the Hanse 375, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The Hanse 375 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 375 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 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.