1993 Hunter 376 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i — Comparison
1993 Hunter 376
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1993 Hunter 376 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1993–1997 | 2008–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,257 kg (15,999 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 58.9 m² (634 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1993 Hunter 376 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1993 Hunter 376 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1993 Hunter 376 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1993 Hunter 376 measures 11.28m (37.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i at 9.96m (32.7ft) with a 3.34m beam. The 1993 Hunter 376 is 1.32m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The 1993 Hunter 376 displaces approximately 42% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1993 Hunter 376 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.96 and 58.9 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1993 Hunter 376 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). 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 1993 Hunter 376 and 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1993 Hunter 376 provides 8 berths in 2 cabins with 189L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1993 Hunter 376 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1993 Hunter 376 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.