2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S vs Beneteau First 44.7 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S | Beneteau First 44.7 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Beneteau |
| Year | 2007–2015 | 1999–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.25 m (40.2 ft) | 13.48 m (44.2 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 11.60 m (38.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 4.12 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,618 kg (18,999 lbs) | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 3,300 kg (7,275 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 90.0 m² (969 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and Beneteau First 44.7 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is a 2000s design by Wauquiez from France, while the Beneteau First 44.7 is a 1990s offering from Beneteau from France. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The Beneteau First 44.7 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S measures 12.25m (40.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Beneteau First 44.7 at 13.48m (44.2ft) with a 4.12m beam. The Beneteau First 44.7 is 1.23m longer than the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S. The Beneteau First 44.7 displaces approximately 7% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.28 and 71.5 m² of sail area. The Beneteau First 44.7, with an SA/D of 20.82 and 90.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Beneteau First 44.7 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The Beneteau First 44.7 has a comfort ratio of 14.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 42.1% for the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and 35.9% for the Beneteau First 44.7, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The Beneteau First 44.7 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S 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 First 44.7 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 First 44.7 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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