Dufour 382 Grand Large vs 2006 Tartan 4400 — Comparison
Dufour 382 Grand Large
2006 Tartan 4400
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 382 Grand Large | 2006 Tartan 4400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Tartan |
| Year | 2014–2018 | 2006–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 4.11 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 2.23 m (7.3 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 416 L (109.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 382 Grand Large and 2006 Tartan 4400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the 2006 Tartan 4400 is a 2000s offering from Tartan from USA. The Dufour 382 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The 2006 Tartan 4400 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the Dufour 382 Grand Large measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the 2006 Tartan 4400 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 4.11m beam. The 2006 Tartan 4400 is 1.86m longer than the Dufour 382 Grand Large. The 2006 Tartan 4400 displaces approximately 58% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 382 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 63.0 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 2006 Tartan 4400 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 382 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2006 Tartan 4400 has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Dufour 382 Grand Large and 40.0% for the 2006 Tartan 4400, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 382 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L of water capacity and 140L 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 2006 Tartan 4400 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2006 Tartan 4400 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.