2018 X-Yachts 4.0 vs 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 — Comparison

2018 X-Yachts 4.0
VS
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2018 X-Yachts 4.02010 X-Yachts Xc 35
General
ManufacturerX-YachtsX-Yachts
Year20182010–2016
TypeSloopSloop
CountryDenmarkDenmark
DesignerNiels JeppesenNiels Jeppesen
Dimensions
LOA12.35 m (40.5 ft)10.57 m (34.7 ft)
LWL11.30 m (37.1 ft)9.20 m (30.2 ft)
Beam3.81 m (12.5 ft)3.35 m (11.0 ft)
Draft2.20 m (7.2 ft)1.80 m (5.9 ft)
Weight
Displacement8,500 kg (18,739 lbs)5,800 kg (12,787 lbs)
Ballast3,200 kg (7,055 lbs)2,100 kg (4,630 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area79.0 m² (850 ft²)52.0 m² (560 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine40 HP21 HP
Fuel Capacity120 L (31.7 gal)70 L (18.5 gal)
Water Capacity230 L (60.8 gal)140 L (37.0 gal)
Accommodation
Berths76
Cabins32

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2018 X-Yachts 4.0
19.27
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
16.37
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2018 X-Yachts 4.0
37.65
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
36.21
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2018 X-Yachts 4.0
0.75
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
0.75
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2018 X-Yachts 4.0
16.30
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
19.28

Detailed Comparison

The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 and 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 is a modern design by X-Yachts from Denmark, while the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 was penned by Niels Jeppesen. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.

In terms of size, the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.81m, compared to the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 at 10.57m (34.7ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 is 1.78m longer than the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35. The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 displaces approximately 47% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.27 and 79.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, with an SA/D of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 37.7% for the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 and 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 230L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 70L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 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 X-Yachts 4.0 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The 2018 X-Yachts 4.0 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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