2012 Contest 55CS vs 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 — Comparison
2012 Contest 55CS
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Contest 55CS | 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Contest | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2012 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Netherlands | France |
| Designer | Dick Zaal | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.80 m (55.1 ft) | 19.50 m (64.0 ft) |
| LWL | 14.00 m (45.9 ft) | 17.20 m (56.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.65 m (15.3 ft) | 5.30 m (17.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) | 2.65 m (8.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 20,000 kg (44,092 lbs) | 28,000 kg (61,729 lbs) |
| Ballast | 7,500 kg (16,535 lbs) | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 125.0 m² (1,346 ft²) | 170.0 m² (1,830 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Steel | Fiberglass/Carbon |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 900 L (237.8 gal) | 900 L (237.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Contest 55CS and 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Contest 55CS is a modern design by Contest from Netherlands, while the 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2012 Contest 55CS was penned by Dick Zaal. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2012 Contest 55CS measures 16.80m (55.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.65m, compared to the 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 at 19.50m (64.0ft) with a 5.30m beam. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 is 2.70m longer than the 2012 Contest 55CS. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 displaces approximately 40% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Contest 55CS has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.23 and 125.0 m² of sail area. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64, with an SA/D of 18.72 and 170.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Contest 55CS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.69). The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 has a comfort ratio of 14.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.70. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 2012 Contest 55CS and 35.0% for the 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Contest 55CS provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 900L of water capacity and 600L of fuel. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 900L water and 600L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 Contest 55CS 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 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 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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