Hanse 370 vs 2000 Najad 355 — Comparison
Hanse 370
2000 Najad 355
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 370 | 2000 Najad 355 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Najad |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 2000–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Sweden |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 10.72 m (35.2 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 9.00 m (29.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.63 m (11.9 ft) | 3.38 m (11.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 6,000 kg (13,228 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) | 51.0 m² (549 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 370 and 2000 Najad 355 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 370 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2000 Najad 355 is a 2000s offering from Najad from Sweden. The Hanse 370 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2000 Najad 355 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Hanse 370 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.63m, compared to the 2000 Najad 355 at 10.72m (35.2ft) with a 3.38m beam. The Hanse 370 is 0.68m longer than the 2000 Najad 355. The Hanse 370 displaces approximately 13% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 370 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.98 and 60.0 m² of sail area. The 2000 Najad 355, with an SA/D of 15.69 and 51.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 370 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 370 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2000 Najad 355 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 370 and 40.0% for the 2000 Najad 355, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 370 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The 2000 Najad 355 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2000 Najad 355 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 370 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.