Jeanneau Yacht 60 vs 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 — Comparison

Jeanneau Yacht 60Jeanneau Yacht 60
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2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationJeanneau Yacht 602006 Jeanneau Yachts 64
General
ManufacturerJeanneauJeanneau
Year20192006–2010
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceFrance
DesignerPhilippe BriandPhilippe Briand
Dimensions
LOA18.34 m (60.2 ft)19.50 m (64.0 ft)
LWL16.15 m (53.0 ft)17.20 m (56.4 ft)
Beam5.10 m (16.7 ft)5.30 m (17.4 ft)
Draft2.70 m (8.9 ft)2.65 m (8.7 ft)
Weight
Displacement23,000 kg (50,706 lbs)28,000 kg (61,729 lbs)
Ballast7,500 kg (16,535 lbs)9,800 kg (21,605 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area155.0 m² (1,668 ft²)170.0 m² (1,830 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass/Carbon
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine150 HP160 HP
Fuel Capacity500 L (132.1 gal)600 L (158.5 gal)
Water Capacity800 L (211.3 gal)900 L (237.8 gal)
Accommodation
Berths108
Cabins44

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Jeanneau Yacht 60
19.46
2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64
18.72
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Jeanneau Yacht 60
32.61
2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64
35.00
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Jeanneau Yacht 60
0.72
2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64
0.70
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Jeanneau Yacht 60
14.28
2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64
14.57

Detailed Comparison

The Jeanneau Yacht 60 and 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Yacht 60 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Jeanneau Yacht 60 was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 was designed by Philippe Briand.

In terms of size, the Jeanneau Yacht 60 measures 18.34m (60.2ft) overall with a beam of 5.10m, compared to the 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 at 19.50m (64.0ft) with a 5.30m beam. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 is 1.16m longer than the Jeanneau Yacht 60. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 displaces approximately 22% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Yacht 60 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.46 and 155.0 m² of sail area. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64, with an SA/D of 18.72 and 170.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Yacht 60 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Yacht 60 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 has a comfort ratio of 14.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.70. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the Jeanneau Yacht 60 and 35.0% for the 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the Jeanneau Yacht 60 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 800L of water capacity and 500L of fuel. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 900L water and 600L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 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 Jeanneau Yacht 60 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 60 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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