Hanse 315 vs 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 — Comparison
2013 Beneteau Figaro 3
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Beneteau |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 3,450 kg (7,606 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 20 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 2 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 was designed by VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 at 10.10m (33.1ft) with a 3.40m beam. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is 0.45m longer than the Hanse 315. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 22% 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, with an SA/D of 28.93 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 has a comfort ratio of 11.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.90. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 43.5% for the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 offers 2 berths in 1 cabin with 40L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 315 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 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 315 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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