Catalina 445 vs 2003 Dehler 42 DS — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 445 | 2003 Dehler 42 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Dehler |
| Year | 2016 | 2003–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.56 m (44.5 ft) | 12.77 m (41.9 ft) |
| LWL | 11.89 m (39.0 ft) | 11.20 m (36.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.17 m (13.7 ft) | 3.93 m (12.9 ft) |
| Draft | 2.06 m (6.8 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) | 8,800 kg (19,401 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 84.0 m² (904 ft²) | 78.0 m² (840 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 445 and 2003 Dehler 42 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 445 is a modern design by Catalina from USA, while the 2003 Dehler 42 DS is a 2000s offering from Dehler from Germany. The Catalina 445 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2003 Dehler 42 DS was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Catalina 445 measures 13.56m (44.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.17m, compared to the 2003 Dehler 42 DS at 12.77m (41.9ft) with a 3.93m beam. The Catalina 445 is 0.79m longer than the 2003 Dehler 42 DS. The Catalina 445 displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 445 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.91 and 84.0 m² of sail area. The 2003 Dehler 42 DS, with an SA/D of 18.59 and 78.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2003 Dehler 42 DS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 445 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The 2003 Dehler 42 DS has a comfort ratio of 16.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 38.0% for the Catalina 445 and 34.1% for the 2003 Dehler 42 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 445 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The 2003 Dehler 42 DS offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 200L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 445 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 2003 Dehler 42 DS 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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