2016 Dehler 30 OD vs 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 — Comparison
2013 Beneteau Figaro 3
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Dehler 30 OD | 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Beneteau |
| Year | 2016 | 2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| LWL | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) | 3,450 kg (7,606 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 20 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 35 L (9.2 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 2 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Dehler 30 OD and 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 was designed by VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost.
In terms of size, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.98m, compared to the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 at 10.10m (33.1ft) with a 3.40m beam. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is 0.65m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD displaces approximately 7% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of sail area. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, with an SA/D of 28.93 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 has a comfort ratio of 11.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.90. The ballast ratios are 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD and 43.5% for the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L of water capacity and 35L of fuel. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 offers 2 berths in 1 cabin with 40L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 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 Dehler 30 OD 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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