2006 Najad 505 vs Bavaria Vision 46 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Najad 505 | Bavaria Vision 46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Najad | Bavaria |
| Year | 2006–2012 | 2015–2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Germany |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.55 m (51.0 ft) | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) |
| LWL | 13.00 m (42.7 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.50 m (14.8 ft) | 4.38 m (14.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 15,500 kg (34,172 lbs) | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Najad 505 and Bavaria Vision 46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Najad 505 is a 2000s design by Najad from Sweden, while the Bavaria Vision 46 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2006 Najad 505 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Bavaria Vision 46 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2006 Najad 505 measures 15.55m (51.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.50m, compared to the Bavaria Vision 46 at 14.27m (46.8ft) with a 4.38m beam. The 2006 Najad 505 is 1.28m longer than the Bavaria Vision 46. The 2006 Najad 505 displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2006 Najad 505 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.65 and 108.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria Vision 46, with an SA/D of 18.41 and 95.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria Vision 46 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2006 Najad 505 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The Bavaria Vision 46 has a comfort ratio of 15.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 37.4% for the 2006 Najad 505 and 31.7% for the Bavaria Vision 46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2006 Najad 505 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 600L of water capacity and 350L of fuel. The Bavaria Vision 46 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Najad 505 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 Bavaria Vision 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 Bavaria Vision 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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