2012 Hanse 385 vs 2006 Tartan 4400 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Hanse 385 | 2006 Tartan 4400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Tartan |
| Year | 2012–2016 | 2006–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.15 m (33.3 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.88 m (12.7 ft) | 4.11 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 2.23 m (7.3 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,300 kg (16,094 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 67.0 m² (721 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 30 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 416 L (109.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Hanse 385 and 2006 Tartan 4400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Hanse 385 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2006 Tartan 4400 is a 2000s offering from Tartan from USA. The 2012 Hanse 385 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2006 Tartan 4400 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the 2012 Hanse 385 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.88m, compared to the 2006 Tartan 4400 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 4.11m beam. The 2006 Tartan 4400 is 2.01m longer than the 2012 Hanse 385. The 2006 Tartan 4400 displaces approximately 55% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Hanse 385 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.09 and 67.0 m² of sail area. The 2006 Tartan 4400, with an SA/D of 17.71 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 Hanse 385 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Hanse 385 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 2006 Tartan 4400 has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 30.1% for the 2012 Hanse 385 and 40.0% for the 2006 Tartan 4400, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Hanse 385 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 2006 Tartan 4400 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 416L water and 230L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Tartan 4400 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 2012 Hanse 385 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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