2000 Catalina 470 vs Catalina 545 — Comparison
Catalina 545
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Catalina 470 | Catalina 545 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Catalina |
| Year | 2000–2008 | 2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) | 16.46 m (54.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.24 m (13.9 ft) | 4.72 m (15.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 2.18 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,154 kg (29,000 lbs) | 18,144 kg (40,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 6,804 kg (15,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 89.6 m² (964 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 454 L (119.9 gal) | 605 L (159.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Catalina 470 and Catalina 545 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Catalina 470 is a 2000s design by Catalina from USA, while the Catalina 545 is a modern offering from Catalina from USA. The 2000 Catalina 470 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The Catalina 545 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 2000 Catalina 470 measures 14.33m (47.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.24m, compared to the Catalina 545 at 16.46m (54.0ft) with a 4.72m beam. The Catalina 545 is 2.13m longer than the 2000 Catalina 470. The Catalina 545 displaces approximately 38% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Catalina 470 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.33 and 89.6 m² of sail area. The Catalina 545, with an SA/D of 17.65 and 120.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Catalina 545 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Catalina 470 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The Catalina 545 has a comfort ratio of 15.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 41.4% for the 2000 Catalina 470 and 37.5% for the Catalina 545, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Catalina 470 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 454L of water capacity and 227L of fuel. The Catalina 545 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 605L water and 340L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2000 Catalina 470 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 545 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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