1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 13.39 m (43.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 12.09 m (39.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 4.29 m (14.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 9,900 kg (21,826 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 at 13.39m (43.9ft) with a 4.29m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is 2.42m longer than the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 displaces approximately 39% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.23 and 59.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440, with an SA/D of 18.07 and 82.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 has a comfort ratio of 14.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.80. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 31.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC 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 440 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 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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