Catalina 445 vs 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 445 | 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2016 | 2012–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Denmark |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.56 m (44.5 ft) | 13.29 m (43.6 ft) |
| LWL | 11.89 m (39.0 ft) | 11.70 m (38.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.17 m (13.7 ft) | 4.02 m (13.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.06 m (6.8 ft) | 2.45 m (8.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 84.0 m² (904 ft²) | 90.0 m² (969 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 270 L (71.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 445 and 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 445 is a modern design by Catalina from USA, while the 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Catalina 445 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Catalina 445 measures 13.56m (44.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.17m, compared to the 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 at 13.29m (43.6ft) with a 4.02m beam. The Catalina 445 is 0.27m longer than the 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44. The Catalina 445 displaces approximately 16% 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 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44, with an SA/D of 19.96 and 90.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 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 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 has a comfort ratio of 15.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 38.0% for the Catalina 445 and 37.8% for the 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44, 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 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 270L water and 140L 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 2012 X-Yachts Xp 44 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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