1995 Feeling 39 vs 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 — Comparison
1995 Feeling 39
1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1995 Feeling 39 | 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Feeling | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1995–2003 | 1999–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Philippe Harlé | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) | 11.17 m (36.6 ft) |
| LWL | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 9.70 m (31.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.78 m (12.4 ft) | 3.66 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) | 6,500 kg (14,330 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 66.0 m² (710 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1995 Feeling 39 and 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1995 Feeling 39 is a 1990s design by Feeling from France, while the 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 is a 1990s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1995 Feeling 39 was penned by Philippe Harlé. The 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 1995 Feeling 39 measures 11.80m (38.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.78m, compared to the 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 at 11.17m (36.6ft) with a 3.66m beam. The 1995 Feeling 39 is 0.63m longer than the 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37. The 1995 Feeling 39 displaces approximately 20% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1995 Feeling 39 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.05 and 66.0 m² of sail area. The 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37, with an SA/D of 16.63 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1995 Feeling 39 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1995 Feeling 39 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the 1995 Feeling 39 and 33.9% for the 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1995 Feeling 39 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1995 Feeling 39 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 1995 Feeling 39 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.