Hanse 342 vs 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 — Comparison
Hanse 342
1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 342 | 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Wauquiez |
| Year | 2006–2010 | 1990–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Jean-Marie Finot |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs) | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,650 kg (3,638 lbs) | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 65 L (17.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 342 and 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 342 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 is a 1990s offering from Wauquiez from France. The Hanse 342 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 was designed by Jean-Marie Finot.
In terms of size, the Hanse 342 measures 10.30m (33.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 at 9.75m (32.0ft) with a 3.15m beam. The Hanse 342 is 0.55m longer than the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32. The Hanse 342 displaces approximately 18% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 342 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.38 and 52.0 m² of sail area. The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32, with an SA/D of 15.66 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 342 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 342 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 has a comfort ratio of 19.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 31.1% for the Hanse 342 and 40.0% for the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 342 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 65L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 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: The Hanse 342 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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