Hanse 400 vs 2005 X-Yachts X-35 — Comparison

Hanse 400
VS
2005 X-Yachts X-352005 X-Yachts X-35

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationHanse 4002005 X-Yachts X-35
General
ManufacturerHanseX-Yachts
Year2002–20062005–2014
TypeSloopSloop
CountryGermanyDenmark
Designerjudel/vrolijk & coNiels Jeppesen
Dimensions
LOA12.10 m (39.7 ft)10.59 m (34.7 ft)
LWL10.60 m (34.8 ft)9.40 m (30.8 ft)
Beam3.80 m (12.5 ft)3.30 m (10.8 ft)
Draft1.95 m (6.4 ft)2.10 m (6.9 ft)
Weight
Displacement7,600 kg (16,755 lbs)5,500 kg (12,125 lbs)
Ballast2,350 kg (5,181 lbs)2,000 kg (4,409 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area68.0 m² (732 ft²)56.0 m² (603 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine29 HP21 HP
Fuel Capacity150 L (39.6 gal)65 L (17.2 gal)
Water Capacity280 L (74.0 gal)130 L (34.3 gal)
Accommodation
Berths86
Cabins32

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Hanse 400
17.87
2005 X-Yachts X-35
18.26
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Hanse 400
30.92
2005 X-Yachts X-35
36.36
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Hanse 400
0.77
2005 X-Yachts X-35
0.75
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Hanse 400
16.16
2005 X-Yachts X-35
18.10

Detailed Comparison

The Hanse 400 and 2005 X-Yachts X-35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 400 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Hanse 400 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.

In terms of size, the Hanse 400 measures 12.10m (39.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.80m, compared to the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 at 10.59m (34.7ft) with a 3.30m beam. The Hanse 400 is 1.51m longer than the 2005 X-Yachts X-35. The Hanse 400 displaces approximately 38% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the Hanse 400 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.87 and 68.0 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 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the Hanse 400 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). 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 30.9% for the Hanse 400 and 36.4% for the 2005 X-Yachts X-35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the Hanse 400 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 280L of water capacity and 150L 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 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The Hanse 400 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.

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