Catalina 387 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS — Comparison
Catalina 387
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 387 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1996–2003 | 2007–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 12.00 m (39.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.66 m (12.0 ft) | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.96 m (6.4 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,484 kg (16,499 lbs) | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 387 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 387 is a 1990s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Catalina 387 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the Catalina 387 measures 11.58m (38.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.66m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 4.30m beam. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS is 2.14m longer than the Catalina 387. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS displaces approximately 40% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 387 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.73 and 63.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS, with an SA/D of 18.64 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 387 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS has a comfort ratio of 14.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 39.4% for the Catalina 387 and 33.3% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 387 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 400L water and 180L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 387 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 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS 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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