2008 Nautor Swan 45 vs 2016 Dehler 36 SQ — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Nautor Swan 45 | 2016 Dehler 36 SQ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Dehler |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.84 m (45.4 ft) | 10.85 m (35.6 ft) |
| LWL | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) | 9.85 m (32.3 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,433 kg (23,001 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 55 L (14.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Nautor Swan 45 and 2016 Dehler 36 SQ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Nautor Swan 45 is a 2000s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The 2008 Nautor Swan 45 was penned by German Frers. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the 2008 Nautor Swan 45 measures 13.84m (45.4ft) overall with a beam of 4.10m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ at 10.85m (35.6ft) with a 3.40m beam. The 2008 Nautor Swan 45 is 2.99m longer than the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ. The 2008 Nautor Swan 45 displaces approximately 90% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Nautor Swan 45 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.21 and 95.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ, with an SA/D of 18.59 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2008 Nautor Swan 45 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Nautor Swan 45 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ has a comfort ratio of 16.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 41.3% for the 2008 Nautor Swan 45 and 32.7% for the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Nautor Swan 45 provides 6 berths in 3 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 55L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ 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 2008 Nautor Swan 45 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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