2005 Island Packet 370 vs Hanse 342 — Comparison
2005 Island Packet 370
Hanse 342
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Island Packet 370 | Hanse 342 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Island Packet | Hanse |
| Year | 2005–2012 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Cutter | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Bob Johnson | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,072 kg (20,000 lbs) | 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 1,650 kg (3,638 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.3 m² (671 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Island Packet 370 and Hanse 342 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 2005 Island Packet 370 is a 2000s design by Island Packet from USA, while the Hanse 342 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2005 Island Packet 370 was penned by Bob Johnson. The Hanse 342 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2005 Island Packet 370 measures 11.28m (37.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Hanse 342 at 10.30m (33.8ft) with a 3.40m beam. The 2005 Island Packet 370 is 0.98m longer than the Hanse 342. The 2005 Island Packet 370 displaces approximately 71% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Island Packet 370 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.55 and 62.3 m² of sail area. The Hanse 342, with an SA/D of 17.38 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 342 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2005 Island Packet 370 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 25.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The Hanse 342 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 2005 Island Packet 370 and 31.1% for the Hanse 342, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Island Packet 370 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Hanse 342 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Island Packet 370 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 342 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.