2006 Najad 505 vs Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 — Comparison
2006 Najad 505
Beneteau Oceanis 46.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Najad 505 | Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Najad | Beneteau |
| Year | 2006–2012 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.55 m (51.0 ft) | 14.60 m (47.9 ft) |
| LWL | 13.00 m (42.7 ft) | 13.14 m (43.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.50 m (14.8 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 15,500 kg (34,172 lbs) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 3,300 kg (7,275 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) | 93.0 m² (1,001 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 420 L (111.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Najad 505 and Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Najad 505 is a 2000s design by Najad from Sweden, while the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2006 Najad 505 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2006 Najad 505 measures 15.55m (51.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.50m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 at 14.60m (47.9ft) with a 4.49m beam. The 2006 Najad 505 is 0.95m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1. The 2006 Najad 505 displaces approximately 41% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2006 Najad 505 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.65 and 108.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1, with an SA/D of 19.10 and 93.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2006 Najad 505 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 has a comfort ratio of 12.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 37.4% for the 2006 Najad 505 and 30.0% for the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2006 Najad 505 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 600L of water capacity and 350L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 420L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Najad 505 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 Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.