2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large vs Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large | Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Beneteau |
| Year | 2010–2015 | 2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.82 m (51.9 ft) | 16.80 m (55.1 ft) |
| LWL | 14.10 m (46.3 ft) | 14.75 m (48.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.77 m (15.6 ft) | 4.98 m (16.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) | 16,500 kg (36,376 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 115.0 m² (1,238 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 80 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 5 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large and Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large measures 15.82m (51.9ft) overall with a beam of 4.77m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 at 16.80m (55.1ft) with a 4.98m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 is 0.98m longer than the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 displaces approximately 14% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.64 and 115.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54, with an SA/D of 18.81 and 120.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 has a comfort ratio of 12.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.0% for the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large and 31.5% for the Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large provides 10 berths in 5 cabins with 500L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 350L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large 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 Dufour 525 Grand Large 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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