Hunter 380 vs 2010 Elan 340 — Comparison
Hunter 380
2010 Elan 340
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 380 | 2010 Elan 340 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Elan |
| Year | 2001–2005 | 2010–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Slovenia |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 9.00 m (29.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,257 kg (15,999 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) | 1,750 kg (3,858 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 380 and 2010 Elan 340 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 380 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the 2010 Elan 340 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The Hunter 380 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 2010 Elan 340 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Hunter 380 measures 11.58m (38.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the 2010 Elan 340 at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Hunter 380 is 1.22m longer than the 2010 Elan 340. The Hunter 380 displaces approximately 25% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 380 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 64.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 Elan 340, with an SA/D of 17.31 and 55.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 380 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 380 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2010 Elan 340 has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the Hunter 380 and 30.2% for the 2010 Elan 340, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 380 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The 2010 Elan 340 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 160L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Elan 340 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 Hunter 380 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 380 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.