Hanse 315 vs 2007 Elan 310 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | 2007 Elan 310 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Elan |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 2007–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Slovenia |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 9.34 m (30.6 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 8.10 m (26.6 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and 2007 Elan 310 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2007 Elan 310 is a 2000s offering from Elan from Slovenia. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2007 Elan 310 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 2007 Elan 310 at 9.34m (30.6ft) with a 3.10m beam. The Hanse 315 is 0.31m longer than the 2007 Elan 310. The 2007 Elan 310 displaces approximately 7% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 315 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.20 and 41.5 m² of sail area. The 2007 Elan 310, with an SA/D of 15.66 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 315 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 315 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2007 Elan 310 has a comfort ratio of 21.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 28.9% for the 2007 Elan 310, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 315 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 85L of fuel. The 2007 Elan 310 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Elan 310 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 Hanse 315 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2007 Elan 310 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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