2015 Hanse 345 vs 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 — Comparison

2015 Hanse 345
VS
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2015 Hanse 3452010 X-Yachts Xc 35
General
ManufacturerHanseX-Yachts
Year2015–20192010–2016
TypeSloopSloop
CountryGermanyDenmark
DesignerJudel/VrolijkNiels Jeppesen
Dimensions
LOA10.37 m (34.0 ft)10.57 m (34.7 ft)
LWL9.50 m (31.2 ft)9.20 m (30.2 ft)
Beam3.52 m (11.5 ft)3.35 m (11.0 ft)
Draft1.85 m (6.1 ft)1.80 m (5.9 ft)
Weight
Displacement5,800 kg (12,787 lbs)5,800 kg (12,787 lbs)
Ballast1,700 kg (3,748 lbs)2,100 kg (4,630 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area55.5 m² (597 ft²)52.0 m² (560 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine21 HP21 HP
Fuel Capacity75 L (19.8 gal)70 L (18.5 gal)
Water Capacity150 L (39.6 gal)140 L (37.0 gal)
Accommodation
Berths66
Cabins22

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2015 Hanse 345
17.47
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
16.37
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2015 Hanse 345
29.31
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
36.21
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2015 Hanse 345
0.78
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
0.75
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2015 Hanse 345
17.50
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
19.28

Detailed Comparison

The 2015 Hanse 345 and 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Hanse 345 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 2015 Hanse 345 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.

In terms of size, the 2015 Hanse 345 measures 10.37m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.52m, compared to the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 at 10.57m (34.7ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is 0.20m longer than the 2015 Hanse 345.

Looking at performance, the 2015 Hanse 345 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.47 and 55.5 m² of sail area. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, with an SA/D of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2015 Hanse 345 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the 2015 Hanse 345 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 29.3% for the 2015 Hanse 345 and 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the 2015 Hanse 345 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 75L of fuel. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 70L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 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 2015 Hanse 345 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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