2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 vs 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 — Comparison
2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 | 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2015–2018 | 2012–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.45 m (34.3 ft) | 12.73 m (41.8 ft) |
| LWL | 9.38 m (30.8 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.93 m (12.9 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 3,600 kg (7,937 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 measures 10.45m (34.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 at 12.73m (41.8ft) with a 3.93m beam. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 is 2.28m longer than the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 displaces approximately 61% 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 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42, with an SA/D of 17.52 and 79.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 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 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 has a comfort ratio of 18.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and 36.7% for the 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42, 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 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 150L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 X-Yachts Xc 42 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 X-Yachts Xc 42 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.
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