Bavaria Vision 46 vs 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 — Comparison
Bavaria Vision 46
2014 X-Yachts Xc 45
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria Vision 46 | 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2015–2019 | 2014–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Denmark |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| LWL | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 12.00 m (39.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.38 m (14.4 ft) | 4.15 m (13.6 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 57 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 450 L (118.9 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria Vision 46 and 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria Vision 46 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Bavaria Vision 46 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Bavaria Vision 46 measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.38m, compared to the 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 at 13.85m (45.4ft) with a 4.15m beam. The Bavaria Vision 46 is 0.42m longer than the 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45. The Bavaria Vision 46 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria Vision 46 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.41 and 95.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45, with an SA/D of 18.34 and 92.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria Vision 46 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria Vision 46 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 31.7% for the Bavaria Vision 46 and 37.4% for the 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria Vision 46 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 450L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 X-Yachts Xc 45 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 Bavaria Vision 46 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Bavaria Vision 46 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.