2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 vs Hunter 36 — Comparison
2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35
Hunter 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 | Hunter 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hunter |
| Year | 2015–2018 | 1996–2001 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.45 m (34.3 ft) | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.38 m (30.8 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) | 5,897 kg (13,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 2,313 kg (5,099 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and Hunter 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Hunter 36 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The Hunter 36 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 measures 10.45m (34.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Hunter 36 at 10.82m (35.5ft) with a 3.56m beam. The Hunter 36 is 0.37m longer than the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 displaces approximately 3% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 57.0 m² of sail area. The Hunter 36, with an SA/D of 17.43 and 56.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 36 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The Hunter 36 has a comfort ratio of 17.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and 39.2% for the Hunter 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The Hunter 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 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 Hunter 36 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.