1996 Hunter 290 vs 1999 Lagoon 380 — Comparison
1996 Hunter 290
1999 Lagoon 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1996 Hunter 290 | 1999 Lagoon 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Lagoon |
| Year | 1996–2000 | 1999–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| LWL | 7.47 m (24.5 ft) | 10.88 m (35.7 ft) |
| Beam | 2.97 m (9.7 ft) | 6.53 m (21.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.15 m (3.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,493 kg (7,701 lbs) | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 38.9 m² (419 ft²) | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 360 L (95.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 1 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1996 Hunter 290 and 1999 Lagoon 380 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1996 Hunter 290 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1999 Lagoon 380 is a 1990s offering from Lagoon from France. The 1996 Hunter 290 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 1999 Lagoon 380 was designed by Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost.
In terms of size, the 1996 Hunter 290 measures 8.84m (29.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.97m, compared to the 1999 Lagoon 380 at 11.55m (37.9ft) with a 6.53m beam. The 1999 Lagoon 380 is 2.71m longer than the 1996 Hunter 290. The 1999 Lagoon 380 displaces approximately 135% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1996 Hunter 290 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 38.9 m² of sail area. The 1999 Lagoon 380, with an SA/D of 17.24 and 69.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1999 Lagoon 380 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1996 Hunter 290 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1999 Lagoon 380 has a comfort ratio of 8.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.30. The ballast ratios are 39.0% for the 1996 Hunter 290 and 0.0% for the 1999 Lagoon 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1996 Hunter 290 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 1999 Lagoon 380 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 360L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1996 Hunter 290 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 1999 Lagoon 380 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1999 Lagoon 380 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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