2016 Dehler 36 SQ vs 2019 Leopard 45 — Comparison
2016 Dehler 36 SQ
2019 Leopard 45
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Dehler 36 SQ | 2019 Leopard 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Leopard |
| Year | 2016 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | Germany | South Africa |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Simonis Voogd |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.85 m (35.6 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.85 m (32.3 ft) | 13.00 m (42.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 7.60 m (24.9 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 13,000 kg (28,660 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 102.0 m² (1,098 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L (14.5 gal) | 480 L (126.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 10 |
| Cabins | 2 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ and 2019 Leopard 45 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 2019 Leopard 45 is a modern offering from Leopard from South Africa. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2019 Leopard 45 was designed by Simonis Voogd.
In terms of size, the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ measures 10.85m (35.6ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 2019 Leopard 45 at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 7.60m beam. The 2019 Leopard 45 is 2.87m longer than the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ. The 2019 Leopard 45 displaces approximately 136% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.59 and 57.0 m² of sail area. The 2019 Leopard 45, with an SA/D of 18.74 and 102.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2019 Leopard 45 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2019 Leopard 45 has a comfort ratio of 7.7 and a capsize screening value of 1.30. The ballast ratios are 32.7% for the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ and 0.0% for the 2019 Leopard 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The 2019 Leopard 45 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 800L water and 480L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ 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 2019 Leopard 45 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2019 Leopard 45 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.