Bavaria Cruiser 34 vs 2017 Lagoon 42 — Comparison
Bavaria Cruiser 34
2017 Lagoon 42
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria Cruiser 34 | 2017 Lagoon 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Lagoon |
| Year | 2010–2017 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | VPLP / Nauta Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.15 m (30.0 ft) | 12.05 m (39.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.25 m (4.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 11,200 kg (24,692 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L (23.8 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 780 L (206.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 10 |
| Cabins | 2 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria Cruiser 34 and 2017 Lagoon 42 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The Bavaria Cruiser 34 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the 2017 Lagoon 42 is a modern offering from Lagoon from France. The Bavaria Cruiser 34 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 2017 Lagoon 42 was designed by VPLP / Nauta Design.
In terms of size, the Bavaria Cruiser 34 measures 10.25m (33.6ft) overall with a beam of 3.42m, compared to the 2017 Lagoon 42 at 12.80m (42.0ft) with a 7.70m beam. The 2017 Lagoon 42 is 2.55m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 34. The 2017 Lagoon 42 displaces approximately 104% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria Cruiser 34 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.30 and 50.0 m² of sail area. The 2017 Lagoon 42, with an SA/D of 17.65 and 87.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2017 Lagoon 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria Cruiser 34 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2017 Lagoon 42 has a comfort ratio of 7.5 and a capsize screening value of 1.38. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Bavaria Cruiser 34 and 0.0% for the 2017 Lagoon 42, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria Cruiser 34 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L of water capacity and 90L of fuel. The 2017 Lagoon 42 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 780L water and 400L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Cruiser 34 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 2017 Lagoon 42 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2017 Lagoon 42 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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