Dufour 382 Grand Large vs 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 — Comparison
Dufour 382 Grand Large
2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 382 Grand Large | 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Beneteau |
| Year | 2014–2018 | 2009–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | Finot-Conq |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 10.44 m (34.3 ft) |
| LWL | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 5,550 kg (12,236 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 51.0 m² (549 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 382 Grand Large and 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The Dufour 382 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 was designed by Finot-Conq.
In terms of size, the Dufour 382 Grand Large measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 at 10.44m (34.3ft) with a 3.42m beam. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is 1.11m longer than the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34. The Dufour 382 Grand Large displaces approximately 30% 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 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 Dufour 382 Grand Large 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Dufour 382 Grand Large and 28.8% for the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34, 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 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 Dufour 382 Grand Large 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.