2020 Dehler 42 vs 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 — Comparison
2020 Dehler 42
2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2020 Dehler 42 | 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Fountaine Pajot |
| Year | 2020 | 2021 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.77 m (41.9 ft) | 11.93 m (39.1 ft) |
| LWL | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 6.63 m (21.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 1.18 m (3.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,800 kg (6,173 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2020 Dehler 42 and 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 2020 Dehler 42 is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 is a modern offering from Fountaine Pajot from France. The 2020 Dehler 42 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2020 Dehler 42 measures 12.77m (41.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 at 11.93m (39.1ft) with a 6.63m beam. The 2020 Dehler 42 is 0.84m longer than the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 displaces approximately 5% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2020 Dehler 42 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.00 and 82.0 m² of sail area. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40, with an SA/D of 17.50 and 74.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2020 Dehler 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2020 Dehler 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 has a comfort ratio of 8.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.28. The ballast ratios are 32.9% for the 2020 Dehler 42 and 0.0% for the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2020 Dehler 42 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 340L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2020 Dehler 42 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 2020 Dehler 42 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.