2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 vs 2017 Lagoon 42 — Comparison
2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35
2017 Lagoon 42
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 | 2017 Lagoon 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Lagoon |
| Year | 2015–2018 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | VPLP / Nauta Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.45 m (34.3 ft) | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.38 m (30.8 ft) | 12.05 m (39.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.25 m (4.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) | 11,200 kg (24,692 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 780 L (206.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 10 |
| Cabins | 2 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and 2017 Lagoon 42 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 2017 Lagoon 42 is a modern offering from Lagoon from France. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The 2017 Lagoon 42 was designed by VPLP / Nauta Design.
In terms of size, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 measures 10.45m (34.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the 2017 Lagoon 42 at 12.80m (42.0ft) with a 7.70m beam. The 2017 Lagoon 42 is 2.35m longer than the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35. The 2017 Lagoon 42 displaces approximately 84% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 57.0 m² of sail area. The 2017 Lagoon 42, with an SA/D of 17.65 and 87.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2017 Lagoon 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The 2017 Lagoon 42 has a comfort ratio of 7.5 and a capsize screening value of 1.38. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and 0.0% for the 2017 Lagoon 42, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 2017 Lagoon 42 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 780L water and 400L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 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 2017 Lagoon 42 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2017 Lagoon 42 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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