2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S vs Hunter 380 — Comparison
Hunter 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S | Hunter 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Hunter |
| Year | 2007–2015 | 2001–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.25 m (40.2 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,618 kg (18,999 lbs) | 7,257 kg (15,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and Hunter 380 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is a 2000s design by Wauquiez from France, while the Hunter 380 is a 2000s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The Hunter 380 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S measures 12.25m (40.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Hunter 380 at 11.58m (38.0ft) with a 3.76m beam. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is 0.67m longer than the Hunter 380. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S displaces approximately 19% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.28 and 71.5 m² of sail area. The Hunter 380, with an SA/D of 17.35 and 64.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 380 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The Hunter 380 has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 42.1% for the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and 37.5% for the Hunter 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The Hunter 380 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S 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 Hunter 380 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.
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