1990 Sabre 36 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i — Comparison
1990 Sabre 36
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1990 Sabre 36 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Sabre | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1990–1998 | 2007–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Roger Hewson | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,897 kg (13,001 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,449 kg (5,399 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.5 m² (565 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 151 L (39.9 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1990 Sabre 36 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1990 Sabre 36 is a 1990s design by Sabre from USA, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1990 Sabre 36 was penned by Roger Hewson. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1990 Sabre 36 measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.12m beam. The 1990 Sabre 36 is 1.25m longer than the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i. The 1990 Sabre 36 displaces approximately 28% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1990 Sabre 36 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.34 and 52.5 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, with an SA/D of 15.43 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1990 Sabre 36 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1990 Sabre 36 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i has a comfort ratio of 19.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 41.5% for the 1990 Sabre 36 and 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1990 Sabre 36 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 151L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i 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 1990 Sabre 36 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.