Catalina 440 vs Catalina 445 — Comparison
Catalina 440
Catalina 445
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 440 | Catalina 445 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Catalina |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) | 13.56 m (44.5 ft) |
| LWL | 11.73 m (38.5 ft) | 11.89 m (39.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.14 m (13.6 ft) | 4.17 m (13.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.96 m (6.4 ft) | 2.06 m (6.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,886 kg (23,999 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 84.0 m² (904 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 189 L (49.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 379 L (100.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 440 and Catalina 445 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 440 is a modern design by Catalina from USA, while the Catalina 445 is a modern offering from Catalina from USA. The Catalina 440 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The Catalina 445 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the Catalina 440 measures 13.41m (44.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.14m, compared to the Catalina 445 at 13.56m (44.5ft) with a 4.17m beam. The Catalina 445 is 0.15m longer than the Catalina 440. The Catalina 445 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 440 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.96 and 82.0 m² of sail area. The Catalina 445, with an SA/D of 16.91 and 84.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Catalina 440 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 440 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The Catalina 445 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the Catalina 440 and 38.0% for the Catalina 445, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 440 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Catalina 445 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L water and 189L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 445 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 Catalina 440 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.