2002 Najad 440 vs 1987 C&C 44 — Comparison
2002 Najad 440
1987 C&C 44
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2002 Najad 440 | 1987 C&C 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Najad | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2002–2010 | 1987–1993 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Canada |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.20 m (36.7 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 10,433 kg (23,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) | 80.0 m² (861 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 480 L (126.8 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2002 Najad 440 and 1987 C&C 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2002 Najad 440 is a 2000s design by Najad from Sweden, while the 1987 C&C 44 is a 1980s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 2002 Najad 440 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1987 C&C 44 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 2002 Najad 440 measures 13.50m (44.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.10m, compared to the 1987 C&C 44 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 3.96m beam. The 2002 Najad 440 is 0.09m longer than the 1987 C&C 44. The 2002 Najad 440 displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2002 Najad 440 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.55 and 88.0 m² of sail area. The 1987 C&C 44, with an SA/D of 17.02 and 80.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2002 Najad 440 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2002 Najad 440 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The 1987 C&C 44 has a comfort ratio of 18.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 39.1% for the 2002 Najad 440 and 41.3% for the 1987 C&C 44, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2002 Najad 440 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 480L of water capacity and 280L of fuel. The 1987 C&C 44 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2002 Najad 440 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 2002 Najad 440 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.