1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 vs Hanse 375 — Comparison
1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35
Hanse 375
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 | Hanse 375 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 1988–1993 | 2009–2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) | 11.35 m (37.2 ft) |
| LWL | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.45 m (11.3 ft) | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) | 7,000 kg (15,432 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 20 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 and Hanse 375 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 is a 1980s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 375 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The Hanse 375 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 measures 10.60m (34.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.45m, compared to the Hanse 375 at 11.35m (37.2ft) with a 3.65m beam. The Hanse 375 is 0.75m longer than the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35. The Hanse 375 displaces approximately 23% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.57 and 55.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 375, with an SA/D of 17.21 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hanse 375 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 and 30.7% for the Hanse 375, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 160L of water capacity and 85L of fuel. The Hanse 375 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 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 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.