2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S vs 2013 Elan 350 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S | 2013 Elan 350 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Elan |
| Year | 2007–2015 | 2013–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Slovenia |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.25 m (40.2 ft) | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.46 m (11.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,618 kg (18,999 lbs) | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 58.0 m² (624 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and 2013 Elan 350 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is a 2000s design by Wauquiez from France, while the 2013 Elan 350 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The 2013 Elan 350 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S measures 12.25m (40.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the 2013 Elan 350 at 10.67m (35.0ft) with a 3.46m beam. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is 1.58m longer than the 2013 Elan 350. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S displaces approximately 41% 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 2013 Elan 350, with an SA/D of 17.65 and 58.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2013 Elan 350 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 2013 Elan 350 has a comfort ratio of 19.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 42.1% for the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and 30.3% for the 2013 Elan 350, 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 2013 Elan 350 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 80L 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 2013 Elan 350 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S 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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