2003 Catalina 310 vs Hanse 320 — Comparison
2003 Catalina 310
Hanse 320
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2003 Catalina 310 | Hanse 320 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Hanse |
| Year | 2003–2007 | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.30 m (10.8 ft) | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 45.3 m² (488 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2003 Catalina 310 and Hanse 320 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2003 Catalina 310 is a 2000s design by Catalina from USA, while the Hanse 320 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2003 Catalina 310 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The Hanse 320 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2003 Catalina 310 measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.30m, compared to the Hanse 320 at 9.92m (32.5ft) with a 3.28m beam. The Hanse 320 is 0.47m longer than the 2003 Catalina 310. The Hanse 320 displaces approximately 1% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2003 Catalina 310 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.80 and 45.3 m² of sail area. The Hanse 320, with an SA/D of 16.90 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 320 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2003 Catalina 310 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Hanse 320 has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 2003 Catalina 310 and 30.4% for the Hanse 320, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2003 Catalina 310 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The Hanse 320 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2003 Catalina 310 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 Hanse 320 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.