Hanse 445 vs 2015 Elan 450 — Comparison
Hanse 445
2015 Elan 450
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 445 | 2015 Elan 450 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Elan |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 2015–2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Slovenia |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| LWL | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) | 12.20 m (40.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 4.28 m (14.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) | 10,800 kg (23,810 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 370 L (97.7 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 445 and 2015 Elan 450 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 445 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2015 Elan 450 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The Hanse 445 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2015 Elan 450 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Hanse 445 measures 13.50m (44.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the 2015 Elan 450 at 13.85m (45.4ft) with a 4.28m beam. The 2015 Elan 450 is 0.35m longer than the Hanse 445. The 2015 Elan 450 displaces approximately 7% 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 2015 Elan 450, with an SA/D of 19.75 and 95.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2015 Elan 450 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 2015 Elan 450 has a comfort ratio of 14.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.7% for the Hanse 445 and 32.4% for the 2015 Elan 450, 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 2015 Elan 450 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 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 2015 Elan 450 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.