2004 Hunter 466 vs Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 — Comparison
2004 Hunter 466
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2004 Hunter 466 | Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Beneteau |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.17 m (46.5 ft) | 16.80 m (55.1 ft) |
| LWL | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 14.75 m (48.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.37 m (14.3 ft) | 4.98 m (16.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,247 kg (27,000 lbs) | 16,500 kg (36,376 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 90.5 m² (974 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 80 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2004 Hunter 466 and Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2004 Hunter 466 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2004 Hunter 466 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2004 Hunter 466 measures 14.17m (46.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.37m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 at 16.80m (55.1ft) with a 4.98m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 is 2.63m longer than the 2004 Hunter 466. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 displaces approximately 35% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2004 Hunter 466 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.30 and 90.5 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54, with an SA/D of 18.81 and 120.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2004 Hunter 466 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 has a comfort ratio of 12.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 33.3% for the 2004 Hunter 466 and 31.5% for the Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2004 Hunter 466 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 350L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2004 Hunter 466 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 Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 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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