2003 Dehler 42 DS vs 2007 Moody 46 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2003 Dehler 42 DS | 2007 Moody 46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Moody |
| Year | 2003–2010 | 2007–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.77 m (41.9 ft) | 13.95 m (45.8 ft) |
| LWL | 11.20 m (36.7 ft) | 12.30 m (40.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.93 m (12.9 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.89 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,800 kg (19,401 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 78.0 m² (840 ft²) | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2003 Dehler 42 DS and 2007 Moody 46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2003 Dehler 42 DS is a 2000s design by Dehler from Germany, while the 2007 Moody 46 is a 2000s offering from Moody from Germany. The 2003 Dehler 42 DS was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2007 Moody 46 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the 2003 Dehler 42 DS measures 12.77m (41.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.93m, compared to the 2007 Moody 46 at 13.95m (45.8ft) with a 4.49m beam. The 2007 Moody 46 is 1.18m longer than the 2003 Dehler 42 DS. The 2007 Moody 46 displaces approximately 65% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2003 Dehler 42 DS has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.59 and 78.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Moody 46, with an SA/D of 16.40 and 96.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2003 Dehler 42 DS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2003 Dehler 42 DS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2007 Moody 46 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 34.1% for the 2003 Dehler 42 DS and 35.9% for the 2007 Moody 46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2003 Dehler 42 DS provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 2007 Moody 46 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 300L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Moody 46 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 2003 Dehler 42 DS has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2007 Moody 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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