Hunter 30 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i — Comparison
Hunter 30
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 30 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1991–1996 | 2007–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Hunter Design Team | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 7.92 m (26.0 ft) | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.0 m² (441 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 30 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 30 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Hunter 30 was penned by Hunter Design Team. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Hunter 30 measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.12m beam. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is 0.58m longer than the Hunter 30. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i displaces approximately 19% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 30 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.94 and 41.0 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 Hunter 30 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 30 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). 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 41.2% for the Hunter 30 and 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 30 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 57L 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 Hunter 30 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.