2011 J/111 vs 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2011 J/111 | 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | J/Boats | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2011 | 2012–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Denmark |
| Designer | Alan Johnstone | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.13 m (36.5 ft) | 13.29 m (43.6 ft) |
| LWL | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 11.70 m (38.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 4.02 m (13.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.45 m (8.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.0 m² (764 ft²) | 90.0 m² (969 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 270 L (71.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2011 J/111 and 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2011 J/111 is a modern design by J/Boats from USA, while the 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 2011 J/111 was penned by Alan Johnstone. The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the 2011 J/111 measures 11.13m (36.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 at 13.29m (43.6ft) with a 4.02m beam. The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 is 2.16m longer than the 2011 J/111. The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 displaces approximately 96% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2011 J/111 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 24.71 and 71.0 m² of sail area. The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44, with an SA/D of 19.96 and 90.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2011 J/111 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2011 J/111 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 has a comfort ratio of 15.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 2011 J/111 and 37.8% for the 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2011 J/111 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 270L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 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 2011 J/111 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 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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