1991 Hunter 33.5 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i — Comparison
1991 Hunter 33.5
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1991 Hunter 33.5 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1991–1996 | 2008–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.7 m² (546 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Shoal draft | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 95 L (25.1 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 152 L (40.2 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1991 Hunter 33.5 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1991 Hunter 33.5 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1991 Hunter 33.5 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1991 Hunter 33.5 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.51m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i at 9.96m (32.7ft) with a 3.34m beam. The 1991 Hunter 33.5 is 0.10m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The 1991 Hunter 33.5 displaces approximately 7% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1991 Hunter 33.5 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.65 and 50.7 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, with an SA/D of 16.46 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1991 Hunter 33.5 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1991 Hunter 33.5 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 1991 Hunter 33.5 and 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1991 Hunter 33.5 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 152L of water capacity and 95L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1991 Hunter 33.5 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 1991 Hunter 33.5 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1991 Hunter 33.5 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.