2008 Najad 395 vs Hunter 380 — Comparison
Hunter 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Najad 395 | Hunter 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Najad | Hunter |
| Year | 2008–2015 | 2001–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,000 kg (19,842 lbs) | 7,257 kg (15,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.0 m² (764 ft²) | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Najad 395 and Hunter 380 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Najad 395 is a 2000s design by Najad from Sweden, while the Hunter 380 is a 2000s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2008 Najad 395 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Hunter 380 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 2008 Najad 395 measures 12.10m (39.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.80m, compared to the Hunter 380 at 11.58m (38.0ft) with a 3.76m beam. The 2008 Najad 395 is 0.52m longer than the Hunter 380. The 2008 Najad 395 displaces approximately 24% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Najad 395 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.67 and 71.0 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 2008 Najad 395 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.9) 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 38.9% for the 2008 Najad 395 and 37.5% for the Hunter 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Najad 395 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Hunter 380 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Najad 395 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: The Hunter 380 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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