Dufour 365 Grand Large vs 2016 Elan GT5 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 365 Grand Large | 2016 Elan GT5 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Elan |
| Year | 2003–2007 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Slovenia |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| LWL | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 12.20 m (40.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.52 m (11.5 ft) | 4.28 m (14.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.5 m² (619 ft²) | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 210 L (55.5 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 365 Grand Large and 2016 Elan GT5 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 365 Grand Large is a 2000s design by Dufour from France, while the 2016 Elan GT5 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The Dufour 365 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The 2016 Elan GT5 was designed by Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche.
In terms of size, the Dufour 365 Grand Large measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.52m, compared to the 2016 Elan GT5 at 13.85m (45.4ft) with a 4.28m beam. The 2016 Elan GT5 is 2.88m longer than the Dufour 365 Grand Large. The 2016 Elan GT5 displaces approximately 67% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 365 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.50 and 57.5 m² of sail area. The 2016 Elan GT5, with an SA/D of 19.87 and 92.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Elan GT5 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 365 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2016 Elan GT5 has a comfort ratio of 14.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the Dufour 365 Grand Large and 31.4% for the 2016 Elan GT5, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 365 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 210L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 2016 Elan GT5 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 365 Grand Large 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 2016 Elan GT5 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2016 Elan GT5 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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