Hanse 445 vs 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 — Comparison
Hanse 445
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 445 | 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Denmark |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) | 10.57 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 70 L (18.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 370 L (97.7 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 445 and 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 445 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Hanse 445 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Hanse 445 measures 13.50m (44.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 at 10.57m (34.7ft) with a 3.35m beam. The Hanse 445 is 2.93m longer than the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35. The Hanse 445 displaces approximately 74% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 445 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.91 and 87.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, with an SA/D of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 445 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 445 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 31.7% for the Hanse 445 and 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 445 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 70L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 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 Hanse 445 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 445 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.