2004 Hunter 466 vs Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 — Comparison
2004 Hunter 466
Beneteau Oceanis 46.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2004 Hunter 466 | Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Beneteau |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.17 m (46.5 ft) | 14.60 m (47.9 ft) |
| LWL | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 13.14 m (43.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.37 m (14.3 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,247 kg (27,000 lbs) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 3,300 kg (7,275 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 90.5 m² (974 ft²) | 93.0 m² (1,001 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 420 L (111.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2004 Hunter 466 and Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2004 Hunter 466 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2004 Hunter 466 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2004 Hunter 466 measures 14.17m (46.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.37m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 at 14.60m (47.9ft) with a 4.49m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 is 0.43m longer than the 2004 Hunter 466. The 2004 Hunter 466 displaces approximately 11% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2004 Hunter 466 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.30 and 90.5 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1, with an SA/D of 19.10 and 93.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2004 Hunter 466 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 has a comfort ratio of 12.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 33.3% for the 2004 Hunter 466 and 30.0% for the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2004 Hunter 466 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 420L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2004 Hunter 466 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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.