2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser vs Catalina 545 — Comparison
Catalina 545
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser | Catalina 545 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Catalina |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 16.46 m (54.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 4.72 m (15.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.18 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 18,144 kg (40,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 6,804 kg (15,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 605 L (159.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and Catalina 545 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Catalina 545 is a modern offering from Catalina from USA. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Catalina 545 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.35m, compared to the Catalina 545 at 16.46m (54.0ft) with a 4.72m beam. The Catalina 545 is 2.19m longer than the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser. The Catalina 545 displaces approximately 58% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.34 and 92.0 m² of sail area. The Catalina 545, with an SA/D of 17.65 and 120.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Catalina 545 has a comfort ratio of 15.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and 37.5% for the Catalina 545, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The Catalina 545 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 605L water and 340L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 545 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 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser 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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