2009 Lagoon 620 vs 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 — Comparison
2009 Lagoon 620
2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2009 Lagoon 620 | 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Lagoon | Fountaine Pajot |
| Year | 2009–2018 | 2019 |
| Type | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | VPLP / Nauta Design | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 18.90 m (62.0 ft) | 20.04 m (65.7 ft) |
| LWL | 17.80 m (58.4 ft) | 19.20 m (63.0 ft) |
| Beam | 9.41 m (30.9 ft) | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.55 m (5.1 ft) | 1.72 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 29,000 kg (63,934 lbs) | 34,000 kg (74,957 lbs) |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 195.0 m² (2,099 ft²) | 230.0 m² (2,476 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Mini Keel | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 2 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 1200 L (317.0 gal) | 1500 L (396.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1600 L (422.7 gal) | 2000 L (528.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 12 | 12 |
| Cabins | 6 | 6 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2009 Lagoon 620 and 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 represent two takes on catamaran-rigged sailing. The 2009 Lagoon 620 is a 2000s design by Lagoon from France, while the 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 is a modern offering from Fountaine Pajot from France. The 2009 Lagoon 620 was penned by VPLP / Nauta Design. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2009 Lagoon 620 measures 18.90m (62.0ft) overall with a beam of 9.41m, compared to the 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 at 20.04m (65.7ft) with a 9.80m beam. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 is 1.14m longer than the 2009 Lagoon 620. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 displaces approximately 17% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2009 Lagoon 620 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.98 and 195.0 m² of sail area. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67, with an SA/D of 22.25 and 230.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2009 Lagoon 620 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 6.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.23). The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 has a comfort ratio of 6.6 and a capsize screening value of 1.21. The ballast ratios are 0.0% for the 2009 Lagoon 620 and 0.0% for the 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2009 Lagoon 620 provides 12 berths in 6 cabins with 1600L of water capacity and 1200L of fuel. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 offers 12 berths in 6 cabins with 2000L water and 1500L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2009 Lagoon 620 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 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 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.