Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 vs 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 — Comparison

Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200
VS
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationJeanneau Sun Fast 32002010 X-Yachts Xc 35
General
ManufacturerJeanneauX-Yachts
Year2010–20182010–2016
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceDenmark
DesignerDaniel AndrieuNiels Jeppesen
Dimensions
LOA9.72 m (31.9 ft)10.57 m (34.7 ft)
LWL8.92 m (29.3 ft)9.20 m (30.2 ft)
Beam3.25 m (10.7 ft)3.35 m (11.0 ft)
Draft2.00 m (6.6 ft)1.80 m (5.9 ft)
Weight
Displacement3,900 kg (8,598 lbs)5,800 kg (12,787 lbs)
Ballast1,500 kg (3,307 lbs)2,100 kg (4,630 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area50.0 m² (538 ft²)52.0 m² (560 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine15 HP21 HP
Fuel Capacity60 L (15.9 gal)70 L (18.5 gal)
Water Capacity80 L (21.1 gal)140 L (37.0 gal)
Accommodation
Berths46
Cabins12

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200
20.51
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
16.37
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200
38.46
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
36.21
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200
0.83
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
0.75
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200
14.86
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
19.28

Detailed Comparison

The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.

In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 measures 9.72m (31.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 at 10.57m (34.7ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is 0.85m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 displaces approximately 49% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, with an SA/D of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 70L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 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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