2015 Hanse 505 vs Dufour 520 Grand Large — Comparison
2015 Hanse 505
Dufour 520 Grand Large
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Hanse 505 | Dufour 520 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dufour |
| Year | 2015–2020 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Felci Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.42 m (50.6 ft) | 15.80 m (51.8 ft) |
| LWL | 14.00 m (45.9 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.70 m (15.4 ft) | 4.69 m (15.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.45 m (8.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,300 kg (31,526 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 112.0 m² (1,206 ft²) | 110.0 m² (1,184 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 550 L (145.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Hanse 505 and Dufour 520 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Hanse 505 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Dufour 520 Grand Large is a modern offering from Dufour from France. The 2015 Hanse 505 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Dufour 520 Grand Large was designed by Felci Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2015 Hanse 505 measures 15.42m (50.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.70m, compared to the Dufour 520 Grand Large at 15.80m (51.8ft) with a 4.69m beam. The Dufour 520 Grand Large is 0.38m longer than the 2015 Hanse 505. The Dufour 520 Grand Large displaces approximately 1% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Hanse 505 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.31 and 112.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 520 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 18.79 and 110.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2015 Hanse 505 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Hanse 505 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Dufour 520 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 13.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2015 Hanse 505 and 31.7% for the Dufour 520 Grand Large, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Hanse 505 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 230L of fuel. The Dufour 520 Grand Large offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 550L water and 300L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 520 Grand Large 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 505 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.