2006 Catalina 375 vs Catalina 36 MkII — Comparison
2006 Catalina 375
Catalina 36 MkII
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Catalina 375 | Catalina 36 MkII |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Catalina |
| Year | 2006–2013 | 1999–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,711 kg (17,000 lbs) | 6,577 kg (14,500 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.4 m² (672 ft²) | 56.5 m² (608 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 189 L (49.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Catalina 375 and Catalina 36 MkII represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Catalina 375 is a 2000s design by Catalina from USA, while the Catalina 36 MkII is a 1990s offering from Catalina from USA. The 2006 Catalina 375 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The Catalina 36 MkII was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 2006 Catalina 375 measures 11.58m (38.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Catalina 36 MkII at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.55m beam. The 2006 Catalina 375 is 0.61m longer than the Catalina 36 MkII. The 2006 Catalina 375 displaces approximately 17% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2006 Catalina 375 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.24 and 62.4 m² of sail area. The Catalina 36 MkII, with an SA/D of 16.35 and 56.5 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Catalina 36 MkII has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2006 Catalina 375 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The Catalina 36 MkII has a comfort ratio of 18.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 41.2% for the 2006 Catalina 375 and 37.9% for the Catalina 36 MkII, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2006 Catalina 375 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The Catalina 36 MkII offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 189L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 36 MkII 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 Catalina 36 MkII 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.