2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S vs Catalina 315 — Comparison
Catalina 315
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S | Catalina 315 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Catalina |
| Year | 2007–2015 | 2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.25 m (40.2 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 8.61 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,618 kg (18,999 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 44.0 m² (474 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 132 L (34.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and Catalina 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is a 2000s design by Wauquiez from France, while the Catalina 315 is a modern offering from Catalina from USA. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The Catalina 315 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S measures 12.25m (40.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Catalina 315 at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is 2.80m longer than the Catalina 315. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S displaces approximately 90% 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 Catalina 315, with an SA/D of 16.32 and 44.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S 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 Catalina 315 has a comfort ratio of 18.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 42.1% for the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and 40.0% for the Catalina 315, 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 Catalina 315 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 132L water and 76L 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 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S 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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