1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 vs 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 — Comparison

1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42
VS
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 402010 Hallberg-Rassy 40

Specifications Side by Side

Specification1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 422010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
General
ManufacturerJeanneauHallberg-Rassy
Year1995–20002010–2017
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceSweden
DesignerDaniel AndrieuGerman Frers
Dimensions
LOA12.77 m (41.9 ft)12.08 m (39.6 ft)
LWL10.82 m (35.5 ft)10.40 m (34.1 ft)
Beam3.98 m (13.1 ft)3.82 m (12.5 ft)
Draft1.85 m (6.1 ft)1.95 m (6.4 ft)
Weight
Displacement8,845 kg (19,500 lbs)9,200 kg (20,283 lbs)
Ballast3,175 kg (7,000 lbs)3,500 kg (7,716 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area76.3 m² (821 ft²)73.0 m² (786 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine40 HP55 HP
Fuel Capacity150 L (39.6 gal)200 L (52.8 gal)
Water Capacity300 L (79.3 gal)380 L (100.4 gal)
Accommodation
Berths86
Cabins32

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42
18.12
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
16.89
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42
35.90
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
38.04
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42
0.77
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
0.73
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42
16.59
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
19.94

Detailed Comparison

The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 and 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 is a 1990s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is a modern offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 was designed by German Frers.

In terms of size, the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 measures 12.77m (41.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.98m, compared to the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 at 12.08m (39.6ft) with a 3.82m beam. The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 is 0.69m longer than the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.12 and 76.3 m² of sail area. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, with an SA/D of 16.89 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 has a comfort ratio of 19.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 35.9% for the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 and 38.0% for the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The 1995 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.

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