2000 Catalina 470 vs 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 — Comparison
2000 Catalina 470
2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Catalina 470 | 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Wauquiez |
| Year | 2000–2008 | 2005–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Jean Berret |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) | 11.89 m (39.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.24 m (13.9 ft) | 4.15 m (13.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,154 kg (29,000 lbs) | 13,000 kg (28,660 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 89.6 m² (964 ft²) | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 454 L (119.9 gal) | 550 L (145.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Catalina 470 and 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Catalina 470 is a 2000s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 is a 2000s offering from Wauquiez from France. The 2000 Catalina 470 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 was designed by Jean Berret.
In terms of size, the 2000 Catalina 470 measures 14.33m (47.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.24m, compared to the 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 at 14.33m (47.0ft) with a 4.15m beam. The 2000 Catalina 470 displaces approximately 1% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Catalina 470 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.33 and 89.6 m² of sail area. The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47, with an SA/D of 17.45 and 95.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Catalina 470 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 41.4% for the 2000 Catalina 470 and 38.5% for the 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Catalina 470 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 454L of water capacity and 227L of fuel. The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 550L water and 300L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 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 Wauquiez Centurion 47 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 Catalina 470 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.