2018 Hanse 548 vs Jeanneau Yacht 55 — Comparison
2018 Hanse 548
Jeanneau Yacht 55
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 Hanse 548 | Jeanneau Yacht 55 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.35 m (53.6 ft) | 17.14 m (56.2 ft) |
| LWL | 14.80 m (48.6 ft) | 15.10 m (49.5 ft) |
| Beam | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) | 4.86 m (15.9 ft) |
| Draft | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 16,000 kg (35,274 lbs) | 18,000 kg (39,683 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 122.0 m² (1,313 ft²) | 130.0 m² (1,399 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 80 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 270 L (71.3 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 460 L (121.5 gal) | 660 L (174.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2018 Hanse 548 and Jeanneau Yacht 55 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2018 Hanse 548 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Jeanneau Yacht 55 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2018 Hanse 548 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Jeanneau Yacht 55 was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2018 Hanse 548 measures 16.35m (53.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.80m, compared to the Jeanneau Yacht 55 at 17.14m (56.2ft) with a 4.86m beam. The Jeanneau Yacht 55 is 0.79m longer than the 2018 Hanse 548. The Jeanneau Yacht 55 displaces approximately 13% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 Hanse 548 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.52 and 122.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Yacht 55, with an SA/D of 19.22 and 130.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2018 Hanse 548 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 Hanse 548 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Jeanneau Yacht 55 has a comfort ratio of 13.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2018 Hanse 548 and 32.2% for the Jeanneau Yacht 55, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 Hanse 548 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 460L of water capacity and 270L of fuel. The Jeanneau Yacht 55 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 660L water and 400L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Yacht 55 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 2018 Hanse 548 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.