Hunter 27 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Hunter 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 27 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1992–1998 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Hunter Design Team | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 2.79 m (9.2 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 33.0 m² (355 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 12 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L (11.9 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 27 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 27 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Hunter 27 was penned by Hunter Design Team. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Hunter 27 measures 8.23m (27.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.79m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is 1.07m longer than the Hunter 27. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i displaces approximately 60% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 27 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.23 and 33.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hunter 27 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 27 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 36.4% for the Hunter 27 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 27 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 68L of water capacity and 45L of fuel. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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 27 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.
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