2012 Lagoon 52 vs 2009 Lagoon 620 — Comparison
2012 Lagoon 52
2009 Lagoon 620
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Lagoon 52 | 2009 Lagoon 620 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Lagoon | Lagoon |
| Year | 2012–2018 | 2009–2018 |
| Type | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | VPLP / Nauta Design | VPLP / Nauta Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.84 m (52.0 ft) | 18.90 m (62.0 ft) |
| LWL | 15.10 m (49.5 ft) | 17.80 m (58.4 ft) |
| Beam | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) | 9.41 m (30.9 ft) |
| Draft | 1.45 m (4.8 ft) | 1.55 m (5.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 20,000 kg (44,092 lbs) | 29,000 kg (63,934 lbs) |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 148.0 m² (1,593 ft²) | 195.0 m² (2,099 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Mini Keel | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 2 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 800 L (211.3 gal) | 1200 L (317.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1200 L (317.0 gal) | 1600 L (422.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 12 | 12 |
| Cabins | 6 | 6 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Lagoon 52 and 2009 Lagoon 620 represent two takes on catamaran-rigged sailing. The 2012 Lagoon 52 is a modern design by Lagoon from France, while the 2009 Lagoon 620 is a 2000s offering from Lagoon from France. The 2012 Lagoon 52 was penned by VPLP / Nauta Design. The 2009 Lagoon 620 was designed by VPLP / Nauta Design.
In terms of size, the 2012 Lagoon 52 measures 15.84m (52.0ft) overall with a beam of 8.60m, compared to the 2009 Lagoon 620 at 18.90m (62.0ft) with a 9.41m beam. The 2009 Lagoon 620 is 3.06m longer than the 2012 Lagoon 52. The 2009 Lagoon 620 displaces approximately 45% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Lagoon 52 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.40 and 148.0 m² of sail area. The 2009 Lagoon 620, with an SA/D of 20.98 and 195.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2009 Lagoon 620 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Lagoon 52 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 7.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.27). The 2009 Lagoon 620 has a comfort ratio of 6.8 and a capsize screening value of 1.23. The ballast ratios are 0.0% for the 2012 Lagoon 52 and 0.0% for the 2009 Lagoon 620, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Lagoon 52 provides 12 berths in 6 cabins with 1200L of water capacity and 800L of fuel. The 2009 Lagoon 620 offers 12 berths in 6 cabins with 1600L water and 1200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 Lagoon 52 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 2009 Lagoon 620 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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