2015 ClubSwan 36 vs 2016 Elan GT5 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 ClubSwan 36 | 2016 Elan GT5 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Elan |
| Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | Slovenia |
| Designer | Juan Kouyoumdjian | Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| LWL | 9.90 m (32.5 ft) | 12.20 m (40.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.30 m (10.8 ft) | 4.28 m (14.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,800 kg (10,582 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 40 L (10.6 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 8 |
| Cabins | 1 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 ClubSwan 36 and 2016 Elan GT5 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 is a modern design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the 2016 Elan GT5 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 was penned by Juan Kouyoumdjian. The 2016 Elan GT5 was designed by Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche.
In terms of size, the 2015 ClubSwan 36 measures 11.00m (36.1ft) overall with a beam of 3.30m, compared to the 2016 Elan GT5 at 13.85m (45.4ft) with a 4.28m beam. The 2016 Elan GT5 is 2.85m longer than the 2015 ClubSwan 36. The 2016 Elan GT5 displaces approximately 113% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 ClubSwan 36 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 23.21 and 65.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Elan GT5, with an SA/D of 19.87 and 92.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 ClubSwan 36 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2016 Elan GT5 has a comfort ratio of 14.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 35.4% for the 2015 ClubSwan 36 and 31.4% for the 2016 Elan GT5, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 ClubSwan 36 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L of water capacity and 40L of fuel. The 2016 Elan GT5 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2015 ClubSwan 36 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 2015 ClubSwan 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 2016 Elan GT5 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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