2013 Elan 350 vs 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2013 Elan 350 | 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Elan | Beneteau |
| Year | 2013–2018 | 2009–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Slovenia | France |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Finot-Conq |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 10.44 m (34.3 ft) |
| LWL | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.46 m (11.4 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) | 5,550 kg (12,236 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 58.0 m² (624 ft²) | 51.0 m² (549 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2013 Elan 350 and 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2013 Elan 350 is a modern design by Elan from Slovenia, while the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The 2013 Elan 350 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 was designed by Finot-Conq.
In terms of size, the 2013 Elan 350 measures 10.67m (35.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.46m, compared to the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 at 10.44m (34.3ft) with a 3.42m beam. The 2013 Elan 350 is 0.23m longer than the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34. The 2013 Elan 350 displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2013 Elan 350 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.65 and 58.0 m² of sail area. The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34, with an SA/D of 16.53 and 51.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2013 Elan 350 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2013 Elan 350 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the 2013 Elan 350 and 28.8% for the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2013 Elan 350 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2013 Elan 350 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 Elan 350 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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