2006 Hanse 350 vs 2005 Dehler 34 — Comparison
2006 Hanse 350
2005 Dehler 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Hanse 350 | 2005 Dehler 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dehler |
| Year | 2006–2012 | 2005–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.58 m (34.7 ft) | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) |
| LWL | 9.40 m (30.8 ft) | 9.10 m (29.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.52 m (11.5 ft) | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 4,800 kg (10,582 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.5 m² (597 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L (19.8 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Hanse 350 and 2005 Dehler 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Hanse 350 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2005 Dehler 34 is a 2000s offering from Dehler from Germany. The 2006 Hanse 350 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2005 Dehler 34 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the 2006 Hanse 350 measures 10.58m (34.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.52m, compared to the 2005 Dehler 34 at 10.30m (33.8ft) with a 3.25m beam. The 2006 Hanse 350 is 0.28m longer than the 2005 Dehler 34. The 2006 Hanse 350 displaces approximately 21% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2006 Hanse 350 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.47 and 55.5 m² of sail area. The 2005 Dehler 34, with an SA/D of 17.85 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 Dehler 34 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2006 Hanse 350 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2005 Dehler 34 has a comfort ratio of 17.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.3% for the 2006 Hanse 350 and 35.4% for the 2005 Dehler 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2006 Hanse 350 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 75L of fuel. The 2005 Dehler 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Hanse 350 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 Dehler 34 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.