2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 vs Jeanneau Yacht 55 — Comparison
Jeanneau Yacht 55
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 | Jeanneau Yacht 55 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | X-Yachts | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Denmark | France |
| Designer | Niels Jeppesen | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.12 m (49.6 ft) | 17.14 m (56.2 ft) |
| LWL | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) | 15.10 m (49.5 ft) |
| Beam | 4.38 m (14.4 ft) | 4.86 m (15.9 ft) |
| Draft | 2.70 m (8.9 ft) | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,500 kg (27,558 lbs) | 18,000 kg (39,683 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 118.0 m² (1,270 ft²) | 130.0 m² (1,399 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 660 L (174.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 and Jeanneau Yacht 55 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 is a modern design by X-Yachts from Denmark, while the Jeanneau Yacht 55 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 was penned by Niels Jeppesen. The Jeanneau Yacht 55 was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 measures 15.12m (49.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.38m, compared to the Jeanneau Yacht 55 at 17.14m (56.2ft) with a 4.86m beam. The Jeanneau Yacht 55 is 2.02m longer than the 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50. The Jeanneau Yacht 55 displaces approximately 44% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 22.25 and 118.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Yacht 55, with an SA/D of 19.22 and 130.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Jeanneau Yacht 55 has a comfort ratio of 13.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 37.6% for the 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 and 32.2% for the Jeanneau Yacht 55, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Jeanneau Yacht 55 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 660L water and 400L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 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 2014 X-Yachts Xp 50 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Yacht 55 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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