2013 Beneteau Sense 50 vs 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 — Comparison
2013 Beneteau Sense 50
2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 | 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 2013–2018 | 2014–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Sweden |
| Designer | Berret-Racoupeau | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.42 m (50.6 ft) | 14.73 m (48.3 ft) |
| LWL | 13.80 m (45.3 ft) | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.70 m (15.4 ft) | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) | 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 105.0 m² (1,130 ft²) | 101.0 m² (1,087 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 650 L (171.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 and 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 is a modern offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 was penned by Berret-Racoupeau. The 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 measures 15.42m (50.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.70m, compared to the 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 at 14.73m (48.3ft) with a 4.35m beam. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 is 0.69m longer than the 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48. The 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.36 and 105.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48, with an SA/D of 17.25 and 101.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 has a comfort ratio of 17.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 and 36.6% for the 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 650L water and 380L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 Hallberg-Rassy 48 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 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.