1998 X-Yachts 332 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 — Comparison

1998 X-Yachts 332
VS
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319

Specifications Side by Side

Specification1998 X-Yachts 332Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
General
ManufacturerX-YachtsJeanneau
Year1998–20032019
TypeSloopSloop
CountryDenmarkFrance
DesignerNiels JeppesenMarc Lombard
Dimensions
LOA10.06 m (33.0 ft)9.80 m (32.2 ft)
LWL8.69 m (28.5 ft)8.75 m (28.7 ft)
Beam3.13 m (10.3 ft)3.19 m (10.5 ft)
Draft1.80 m (5.9 ft)1.60 m (5.2 ft)
Weight
Displacement4,700 kg (10,362 lbs)4,700 kg (10,362 lbs)
Ballast1,900 kg (4,189 lbs)1,300 kg (2,866 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area50.5 m² (544 ft²)43.0 m² (463 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine18 HP21 HP
Fuel Capacity60 L (15.9 gal)100 L (26.4 gal)
Water Capacity120 L (31.7 gal)150 L (39.6 gal)
Accommodation
Berths66
Cabins21

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
1998 X-Yachts 332
18.29
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
15.57
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
1998 X-Yachts 332
40.43
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
27.66
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
1998 X-Yachts 332
0.75
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
0.76
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
1998 X-Yachts 332
19.07
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
18.75

Detailed Comparison

The 1998 X-Yachts 332 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 X-Yachts 332 is a 1990s design by X-Yachts from Denmark, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1998 X-Yachts 332 was penned by Niels Jeppesen. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 was designed by Marc Lombard.

In terms of size, the 1998 X-Yachts 332 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.13m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 at 9.80m (32.2ft) with a 3.19m beam. The 1998 X-Yachts 332 is 0.26m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319.

Looking at performance, the 1998 X-Yachts 332 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.29 and 50.5 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319, with an SA/D of 15.57 and 43.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1998 X-Yachts 332 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the 1998 X-Yachts 332 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 40.4% for the 1998 X-Yachts 332 and 27.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the 1998 X-Yachts 332 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 offers 6 berths in 1 cabin with 150L water and 100L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 1998 X-Yachts 332 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 1998 X-Yachts 332 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.

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