2010 Dehler 32 vs Hanse 400 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Dehler 32 | Hanse 400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Hanse |
| Year | 2010–2017 | 2002–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.90 m (32.5 ft) | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.95 m (29.4 ft) | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.16 m (10.4 ft) | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,400 kg (9,700 lbs) | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 53.0 m² (571 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L (14.5 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 280 L (74.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Dehler 32 and Hanse 400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Dehler 32 is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the Hanse 400 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2010 Dehler 32 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Hanse 400 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2010 Dehler 32 measures 9.90m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.16m, compared to the Hanse 400 at 12.10m (39.7ft) with a 3.80m beam. The Hanse 400 is 2.20m longer than the 2010 Dehler 32. The Hanse 400 displaces approximately 73% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Dehler 32 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.06 and 53.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 400, with an SA/D of 17.87 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2010 Dehler 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Dehler 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Hanse 400 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 34.1% for the 2010 Dehler 32 and 30.9% for the Hanse 400, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Dehler 32 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The Hanse 400 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 280L water and 150L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Dehler 32 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 2010 Dehler 32 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 400 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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