2001 Hunter 216 vs Hunter 27 — Comparison
2001 Hunter 216
Hunter 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2001 Hunter 216 | Hunter 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Hunter |
| Year | 2001–2008 | 1992–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Hunter Design Team |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.50 m (21.3 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 5.64 m (18.5 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.34 m (7.7 ft) | 2.79 m (9.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 340 kg (750 lbs) | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 17.5 m² (188 ft²) | 33.0 m² (355 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 5 HP | 12 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 3 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2001 Hunter 216 and Hunter 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2001 Hunter 216 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the Hunter 27 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2001 Hunter 216 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Hunter 27 was designed by Hunter Design Team.
In terms of size, the 2001 Hunter 216 measures 6.50m (21.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.34m, compared to the Hunter 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.79m beam. The Hunter 27 is 1.73m longer than the 2001 Hunter 216. The Hunter 27 displaces approximately 175% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2001 Hunter 216 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.99 and 17.5 m² of sail area. The Hunter 27, with an SA/D of 18.23 and 33.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2001 Hunter 216 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2001 Hunter 216 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.97). The Hunter 27 has a comfort ratio of 17.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.82. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 2001 Hunter 216 and 36.4% for the Hunter 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2001 Hunter 216 provides 3 berths in 1 cabin with 19L of water capacity and 15L of fuel. The Hunter 27 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 68L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hunter 27 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 2001 Hunter 216 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 27 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.