Catalina 42 MkII vs 2002 X-Yachts X-37 — Comparison
Catalina 42 MkII
2002 X-Yachts X-37
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 42 MkII | 2002 X-Yachts X-37 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2003–2009 | 2002–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Denmark |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 11.15 m (36.6 ft) |
| LWL | 11.10 m (36.4 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 6,500 kg (14,330 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 76.0 m² (818 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 152 L (40.2 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 303 L (80.0 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 42 MkII and 2002 X-Yachts X-37 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 42 MkII is a 2000s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2002 X-Yachts X-37 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Catalina 42 MkII was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2002 X-Yachts X-37 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Catalina 42 MkII measures 12.80m (42.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the 2002 X-Yachts X-37 at 11.15m (36.6ft) with a 3.42m beam. The Catalina 42 MkII is 1.65m longer than the 2002 X-Yachts X-37. The Catalina 42 MkII displaces approximately 47% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 42 MkII has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.18 and 76.0 m² of sail area. The 2002 X-Yachts X-37, with an SA/D of 18.09 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2002 X-Yachts X-37 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 42 MkII offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2002 X-Yachts X-37 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 38.1% for the Catalina 42 MkII and 38.5% for the 2002 X-Yachts X-37, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 42 MkII provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 303L of water capacity and 152L of fuel. The 2002 X-Yachts X-37 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2002 X-Yachts X-37 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 X-Yachts X-37 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Catalina 42 MkII offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.