Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 vs 2014 X-Yachts X-40 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 | 2014 X-Yachts X-40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 2014–2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 12.15 m (39.9 ft) |
| LWL | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) | 10.70 m (35.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 3.70 m (12.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) | 8,000 kg (17,637 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) | 75.0 m² (807 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 220 L (58.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 7 |
| Cabins | 1 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 2014 X-Yachts X-40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2014 X-Yachts X-40 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 measures 9.72m (31.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the 2014 X-Yachts X-40 at 12.15m (39.9ft) with a 3.70m beam. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 is 2.43m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 displaces approximately 105% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40, with an SA/D of 19.05 and 75.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 37.5% for the 2014 X-Yachts X-40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 220L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 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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