Hanse 400 vs 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 — Comparison
2013 Beneteau Figaro 3
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 400 | 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Beneteau |
| Year | 2002–2006 | 2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| LWL | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 3,450 kg (7,606 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 20 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 2 |
| Cabins | 3 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 400 and 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 400 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The Hanse 400 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 was designed by VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost.
In terms of size, the Hanse 400 measures 12.10m (39.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.80m, compared to the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 at 10.10m (33.1ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Hanse 400 is 2.00m longer than the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3. The Hanse 400 displaces approximately 120% 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, with an SA/D of 28.93 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 has a comfort ratio of 11.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.90. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 400 and 43.5% for the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 offers 2 berths in 1 cabin with 40L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 400 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 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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