2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 vs Beneteau First 35 — Comparison
2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 | Beneteau First 35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 2004–2009 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.68 m (31.8 ft) | 10.68 m (35.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 3.45 m (11.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 45.5 m² (490 ft²) | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 and Beneteau First 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Beneteau First 35 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 was penned by Groupe Finot. The Beneteau First 35 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 measures 9.68m (31.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the Beneteau First 35 at 10.68m (35.0ft) with a 3.45m beam. The Beneteau First 35 is 1.00m longer than the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31. The Beneteau First 35 displaces approximately 28% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.48 and 45.5 m² of sail area. The Beneteau First 35, with an SA/D of 19.89 and 61.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau First 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The Beneteau First 35 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 and 34.6% for the Beneteau First 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The Beneteau First 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 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 35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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