2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S vs Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S | Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Beneteau |
| Year | 2007–2015 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.25 m (40.2 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.39 m (11.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,618 kg (18,999 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is a 2000s design by Wauquiez from France, while the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S measures 12.25m (40.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 at 10.34m (33.9ft) with a 3.39m beam. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is 1.91m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S displaces approximately 66% 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1, with an SA/D of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 42.1% for the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and 30.8% for the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1, 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 120L 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 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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