Hunter 450 vs 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 — Comparison
Hunter 450
2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 450 | 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Wauquiez |
| Year | 2001–2006 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Jean Berret |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.89 m (39.0 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.27 m (14.0 ft) | 4.05 m (13.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.06 m (6.8 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,886 kg (23,999 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 4,400 kg (9,700 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 86.0 m² (926 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 341 L (90.1 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 450 and 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 450 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 is a modern offering from Wauquiez from France. The Hunter 450 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 was designed by Jean Berret.
In terms of size, the Hunter 450 measures 13.72m (45.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.27m, compared to the 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 4.05m beam. The 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 450 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.79 and 86.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45, with an SA/D of 17.71 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 450 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 450 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the Hunter 450 and 38.8% for the 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 450 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 341L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 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 450 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 450 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.