2005 Najad 460 vs 2007 Moody 46 — Comparison
2005 Najad 460
2007 Moody 46
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Najad 460 | 2007 Moody 46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Najad | Moody |
| Year | 2005–2013 | 2007–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Germany |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.10 m (46.3 ft) | 13.95 m (45.8 ft) |
| LWL | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) | 12.30 m (40.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 1.89 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 97.0 m² (1,044 ft²) | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 320 L (84.5 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 560 L (147.9 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Najad 460 and 2007 Moody 46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2005 Najad 460 is a 2000s design by Najad from Sweden, while the 2007 Moody 46 is a 2000s offering from Moody from Germany. The 2005 Najad 460 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2007 Moody 46 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the 2005 Najad 460 measures 14.10m (46.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the 2007 Moody 46 at 13.95m (45.8ft) with a 4.49m beam. The 2005 Najad 460 is 0.15m longer than the 2007 Moody 46. The 2007 Moody 46 displaces approximately 7% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Najad 460 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.38 and 97.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Moody 46, with an SA/D of 16.40 and 96.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2005 Najad 460 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2005 Najad 460 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The 2007 Moody 46 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the 2005 Najad 460 and 35.9% for the 2007 Moody 46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Najad 460 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 560L of water capacity and 320L of fuel. The 2007 Moody 46 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 300L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Najad 460 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 2005 Najad 460 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2007 Moody 46 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.