2018 Lagoon 50 vs 2009 Lagoon 620 — Comparison
2018 Lagoon 50
2009 Lagoon 620
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 Lagoon 50 | 2009 Lagoon 620 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Lagoon | Lagoon |
| Year | 2018 | 2009–2018 |
| Type | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | VPLP / Nauta Design | VPLP / Nauta Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.75 m (48.4 ft) | 18.90 m (62.0 ft) |
| LWL | 13.90 m (45.6 ft) | 17.80 m (58.4 ft) |
| Beam | 8.11 m (26.6 ft) | 9.41 m (30.9 ft) |
| Draft | 1.35 m (4.4 ft) | 1.55 m (5.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 16,800 kg (37,038 lbs) | 29,000 kg (63,934 lbs) |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 130.0 m² (1,399 ft²) | 195.0 m² (2,099 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Mini Keel | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 2 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 720 L (190.2 gal) | 1200 L (317.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1060 L (280.0 gal) | 1600 L (422.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 12 | 12 |
| Cabins | 5 | 6 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2018 Lagoon 50 and 2009 Lagoon 620 represent two takes on catamaran-rigged sailing. The 2018 Lagoon 50 is a modern design by Lagoon from France, while the 2009 Lagoon 620 is a 2000s offering from Lagoon from France. The 2018 Lagoon 50 was penned by VPLP / Nauta Design. The 2009 Lagoon 620 was designed by VPLP / Nauta Design.
In terms of size, the 2018 Lagoon 50 measures 14.75m (48.4ft) overall with a beam of 8.11m, compared to the 2009 Lagoon 620 at 18.90m (62.0ft) with a 9.41m beam. The 2009 Lagoon 620 is 4.15m longer than the 2018 Lagoon 50. The 2009 Lagoon 620 displaces approximately 73% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 Lagoon 50 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.13 and 130.0 m² of sail area. The 2009 Lagoon 620, with an SA/D of 20.98 and 195.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2009 Lagoon 620 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 Lagoon 50 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 7.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.27). The 2009 Lagoon 620 has a comfort ratio of 6.8 and a capsize screening value of 1.23. The ballast ratios are 0.0% for the 2018 Lagoon 50 and 0.0% for the 2009 Lagoon 620, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 Lagoon 50 provides 12 berths in 5 cabins with 1060L of water capacity and 720L of fuel. The 2009 Lagoon 620 offers 12 berths in 6 cabins with 1600L water and 1200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2018 Lagoon 50 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 2009 Lagoon 620 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.