Catalina 390 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 390 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1997–2003 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.89 m (39.0 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 10.21 m (33.5 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,256 kg (18,201 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,266 kg (7,200 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 65.5 m² (705 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 265 L (70.0 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 390 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 390 is a 1990s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Catalina 390 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Catalina 390 measures 11.89m (39.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Catalina 390 is 2.59m longer than the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i. The Catalina 390 displaces approximately 106% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 390 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.29 and 65.5 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 Catalina 390 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 390 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). 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 39.6% for the Catalina 390 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 390 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 265L of water capacity and 114L 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 Catalina 390 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Catalina 390 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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