2003 Hunter 41 AC vs 2006 Tartan 4400 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2003 Hunter 41 AC | 2006 Tartan 4400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Tartan |
| Year | 2003–2007 | 2006–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) | 4.11 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 2.23 m (7.3 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,072 kg (20,000 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 73.2 m² (788 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Shoal draft | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 151 L (39.9 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 303 L (80.0 gal) | 416 L (109.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2003 Hunter 41 AC and 2006 Tartan 4400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2003 Hunter 41 AC is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the 2006 Tartan 4400 is a 2000s offering from Tartan from USA. The 2003 Hunter 41 AC was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 2006 Tartan 4400 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the 2003 Hunter 41 AC measures 12.50m (41.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.09m, compared to the 2006 Tartan 4400 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 4.11m beam. The 2006 Tartan 4400 is 0.91m longer than the 2003 Hunter 41 AC. The 2006 Tartan 4400 displaces approximately 25% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2003 Hunter 41 AC has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.10 and 73.2 m² of sail area. The 2006 Tartan 4400, with an SA/D of 17.71 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2006 Tartan 4400 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2003 Hunter 41 AC offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The 2006 Tartan 4400 has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 35.0% for the 2003 Hunter 41 AC and 40.0% for the 2006 Tartan 4400, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2003 Hunter 41 AC provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 303L of water capacity and 151L of fuel. The 2006 Tartan 4400 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 416L water and 230L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Tartan 4400 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 2006 Tartan 4400 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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