2001 Nautor Swan 42 vs 2008 X-Yachts X-46 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2001 Nautor Swan 42 | 2008 X-Yachts X-46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2001–2006 | 2008–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | Denmark |
| Designer | German Frers | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 13.95 m (45.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 12.00 m (39.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,300 kg (20,503 lbs) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 93.0 m² (1,001 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 and 2008 X-Yachts X-46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 is a 2000s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 was penned by German Frers. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 measures 12.80m (42.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 at 13.95m (45.8ft) with a 4.10m beam. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 is 1.15m longer than the 2001 Nautor Swan 42. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 displaces approximately 18% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.84 and 82.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46, with an SA/D of 19.10 and 93.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 has a comfort ratio of 16.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 and 38.2% for the 2008 X-Yachts X-46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 160L of fuel. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2001 Nautor Swan 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 2008 X-Yachts X-46 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 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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