2005 Sabre 426 vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 — Comparison
2005 Sabre 426
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Sabre 426 | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Sabre | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2005–2012 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Jim Taylor | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.95 m (42.5 ft) | 10.94 m (35.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,979 kg (22,000 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 77.5 m² (834 ft²) | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 303 L (80.0 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Sabre 426 and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2005 Sabre 426 is a 2000s design by Sabre from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2005 Sabre 426 was penned by Jim Taylor. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 2005 Sabre 426 measures 12.95m (42.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 at 10.94m (35.9ft) with a 3.55m beam. The 2005 Sabre 426 is 2.01m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600. The 2005 Sabre 426 displaces approximately 96% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Sabre 426 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.99 and 77.5 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600, with an SA/D of 20.92 and 61.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2005 Sabre 426 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 has a comfort ratio of 13.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 38.6% for the 2005 Sabre 426 and 37.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Sabre 426 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 303L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Sabre 426 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2005 Sabre 426 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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