2001 Hunter 216 vs Hunter 240 — Comparison
2001 Hunter 216
Hunter 240
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2001 Hunter 216 | Hunter 240 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Hunter |
| Year | 2001–2008 | 1999–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.50 m (21.3 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| LWL | 5.64 m (18.5 ft) | 6.17 m (20.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.34 m (7.7 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 340 kg (750 lbs) | 476 kg (1,049 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 17.5 m² (188 ft²) | 22.5 m² (242 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 5 HP | 8 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 19 L (5.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 3 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2001 Hunter 216 and Hunter 240 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2001 Hunter 216 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the Hunter 240 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2001 Hunter 216 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Hunter 240 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 2001 Hunter 216 measures 6.50m (21.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.34m, compared to the Hunter 240 at 7.32m (24.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Hunter 240 is 0.82m longer than the 2001 Hunter 216. The Hunter 240 displaces approximately 50% 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 240, with an SA/D of 18.62 and 22.5 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 240 has a comfort ratio of 15.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.88. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 2001 Hunter 216 and 35.0% for the Hunter 240, 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 240 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 30L water and 19L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hunter 240 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 240 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.