Bavaria 46 vs 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 — Comparison
Bavaria 46
2014 X-Yachts Xc 45
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria 46 | 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2004–2009 | 2014–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Denmark |
| Designer | J&J Design | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| LWL | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 12.00 m (39.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 4.15 m (13.6 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,200 kg (24,692 lbs) | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 450 L (118.9 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria 46 and 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria 46 is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Bavaria 46 was penned by J&J Design. The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Bavaria 46 measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.35m, compared to the 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 at 13.85m (45.4ft) with a 4.15m beam. The Bavaria 46 is 0.42m longer than the 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45. The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 displaces approximately 3% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria 46 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.28 and 95.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45, with an SA/D of 18.34 and 92.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 46 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria 46 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 31.3% for the Bavaria 46 and 37.4% for the 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria 46 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 450L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 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 Bavaria 46 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Bavaria 46 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.