Hanse 588 vs 2014 Oyster 625 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 588 | 2014 Oyster 625 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Oyster |
| Year | 2018 | 2014–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) | 19.20 m (63.0 ft) |
| LWL | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) | 16.50 m (54.1 ft) |
| Beam | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) | 5.30 m (17.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) | 32,000 kg (70,548 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) | 175.0 m² (1,884 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 180 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 1200 L (317.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 588 and 2014 Oyster 625 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 588 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2014 Oyster 625 is a modern offering from Oyster from UK. The Hanse 588 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2014 Oyster 625 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Hanse 588 measures 17.55m (57.6ft) overall with a beam of 5.09m, compared to the 2014 Oyster 625 at 19.20m (63.0ft) with a 5.30m beam. The 2014 Oyster 625 is 1.65m longer than the Hanse 588. The 2014 Oyster 625 displaces approximately 68% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 588 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.40 and 143.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 Oyster 625, with an SA/D of 17.63 and 175.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 588 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 588 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2014 Oyster 625 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.67. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the Hanse 588 and 37.5% for the 2014 Oyster 625, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 588 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 700L of water capacity and 400L of fuel. The 2014 Oyster 625 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 1200L water and 800L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 Oyster 625 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 Hanse 588 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 588 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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