1994 Hylas 42 vs Catalina 440 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1994 Hylas 42 | Catalina 440 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hylas | Catalina |
| Year | 1994–2004 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Taiwan | USA |
| Designer | German Frers | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.52 m (34.5 ft) | 11.73 m (38.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 4.14 m (13.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 1.96 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 10,886 kg (23,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 74.3 m² (800 ft²) | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 189 L (49.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 379 L (100.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1994 Hylas 42 and Catalina 440 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1994 Hylas 42 is a 1990s design by Hylas from Taiwan, while the Catalina 440 is a modern offering from Catalina from USA. The 1994 Hylas 42 was penned by German Frers. The Catalina 440 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 1994 Hylas 42 measures 12.80m (42.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the Catalina 440 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 4.14m beam. The Catalina 440 is 0.61m longer than the 1994 Hylas 42. The Catalina 440 displaces approximately 14% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1994 Hylas 42 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.80 and 74.3 m² of sail area. The Catalina 440, with an SA/D of 16.96 and 82.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Catalina 440 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1994 Hylas 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The Catalina 440 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.5% for the 1994 Hylas 42 and 37.5% for the Catalina 440, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1994 Hylas 42 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Catalina 440 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L water and 189L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1994 Hylas 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 Catalina 440 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.
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