2014 Lagoon 400 S2 vs 2011 Lagoon 450 — Comparison
2014 Lagoon 400 S2
2011 Lagoon 450
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 | 2011 Lagoon 450 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Lagoon | Lagoon |
| Year | 2014–2017 | 2011–2018 |
| Type | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | VPLP / Nauta Design | VPLP / Nauta Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.97 m (39.3 ft) | 13.96 m (45.8 ft) |
| LWL | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) |
| Beam | 7.24 m (23.8 ft) | 7.84 m (25.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.25 m (4.1 ft) | 1.30 m (4.3 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,500 kg (20,944 lbs) | 13,400 kg (29,542 lbs) |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) | 105.0 m² (1,130 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Mini Keel | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 2 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 520 L (137.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 680 L (179.6 gal) | 920 L (243.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 12 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 and 2011 Lagoon 450 represent two takes on catamaran-rigged sailing. The 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 is a modern design by Lagoon from France, while the 2011 Lagoon 450 is a modern offering from Lagoon from France. The 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 was penned by VPLP / Nauta Design. The 2011 Lagoon 450 was designed by VPLP / Nauta Design.
In terms of size, the 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 measures 11.97m (39.3ft) overall with a beam of 7.24m, compared to the 2011 Lagoon 450 at 13.96m (45.8ft) with a 7.84m beam. The 2011 Lagoon 450 is 1.99m longer than the 2014 Lagoon 400 S2. The 2011 Lagoon 450 displaces approximately 41% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.89 and 79.0 m² of sail area. The 2011 Lagoon 450, with an SA/D of 18.90 and 105.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2011 Lagoon 450 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 7.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.37). The 2011 Lagoon 450 has a comfort ratio of 7.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.32. The ballast ratios are 0.0% for the 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 and 0.0% for the 2011 Lagoon 450, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 680L of water capacity and 400L of fuel. The 2011 Lagoon 450 offers 12 berths in 4 cabins with 920L water and 520L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 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 2011 Lagoon 450 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2011 Lagoon 450 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.