2006 Hanse 350 vs 2013 Dehler 41 — Comparison
2013 Dehler 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Hanse 350 | 2013 Dehler 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dehler |
| Year | 2006–2012 | 2013–2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.58 m (34.7 ft) | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.40 m (30.8 ft) | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.52 m (11.5 ft) | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.5 m² (597 ft²) | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 30 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L (19.8 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Hanse 350 and 2013 Dehler 41 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Hanse 350 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2013 Dehler 41 is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The 2006 Hanse 350 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2013 Dehler 41 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 2013 Dehler 41 at 12.35m (40.5ft) with a 3.80m beam. The 2013 Dehler 41 is 1.77m longer than the 2006 Hanse 350. The 2013 Dehler 41 displaces approximately 34% 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 2013 Dehler 41, with an SA/D of 19.11 and 74.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2013 Dehler 41 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 2013 Dehler 41 has a comfort ratio of 15.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.3% for the 2006 Hanse 350 and 33.3% for the 2013 Dehler 41, 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 2013 Dehler 41 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 170L water and 80L 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 2013 Dehler 41 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2013 Dehler 41 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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