Beneteau First 33.7 vs 2005 X-Yachts X-35 — Comparison
2005 X-Yachts X-35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau First 33.7 | 2005 X-Yachts X-35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2001–2006 | 2005–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Jean Berret | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.04 m (32.9 ft) | 10.59 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.89 m (29.2 ft) | 9.40 m (30.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.32 m (10.9 ft) | 3.30 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,650 kg (3,638 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 65 L (17.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau First 33.7 and 2005 X-Yachts X-35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau First 33.7 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Beneteau First 33.7 was penned by Jean Berret. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Beneteau First 33.7 measures 10.04m (32.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.32m, compared to the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 at 10.59m (34.7ft) with a 3.30m beam. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 is 0.55m longer than the Beneteau First 33.7. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 displaces approximately 17% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau First 33.7 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.92 and 55.0 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 Beneteau First 33.7 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau First 33.7 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). 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 35.1% for the Beneteau First 33.7 and 36.4% for the 2005 X-Yachts X-35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau First 33.7 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 80L 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 2005 X-Yachts X-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 Beneteau First 33.7 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.
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