2014 Lagoon 400 S2 vs 2012 Lagoon 52 — Comparison
2014 Lagoon 400 S2
2012 Lagoon 52
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 | 2012 Lagoon 52 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Lagoon | Lagoon |
| Year | 2014–2017 | 2012–2018 |
| Type | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | VPLP / Nauta Design | VPLP / Nauta Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.97 m (39.3 ft) | 15.84 m (52.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) | 15.10 m (49.5 ft) |
| Beam | 7.24 m (23.8 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.25 m (4.1 ft) | 1.45 m (4.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,500 kg (20,944 lbs) | 20,000 kg (44,092 lbs) |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) | 148.0 m² (1,593 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) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 680 L (179.6 gal) | 1200 L (317.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 12 |
| Cabins | 4 | 6 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 and 2012 Lagoon 52 represent two takes on catamaran-rigged sailing. The 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 is a modern design by Lagoon from France, while the 2012 Lagoon 52 is a modern offering from Lagoon from France. The 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 was penned by VPLP / Nauta Design. The 2012 Lagoon 52 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 2012 Lagoon 52 at 15.84m (52.0ft) with a 8.60m beam. The 2012 Lagoon 52 is 3.87m longer than the 2014 Lagoon 400 S2. The 2012 Lagoon 52 displaces approximately 111% 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 2012 Lagoon 52, with an SA/D of 20.40 and 148.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2012 Lagoon 52 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 2012 Lagoon 52 has a comfort ratio of 7.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.27. The ballast ratios are 0.0% for the 2014 Lagoon 400 S2 and 0.0% for the 2012 Lagoon 52, 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 2012 Lagoon 52 offers 12 berths in 6 cabins with 1200L water and 800L 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 2012 Lagoon 52 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2012 Lagoon 52 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.