2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS — Comparison

2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31
VS
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2000 Hallberg-Rassy 312007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS
General
ManufacturerHallberg-RassyJeanneau
Year2000–20102007–2012
TypeSloopSloop
CountrySwedenFrance
DesignerGerman FrersPhilippe Briand
Dimensions
LOA9.47 m (31.1 ft)11.86 m (38.9 ft)
LWL8.25 m (27.1 ft)10.30 m (33.8 ft)
Beam3.18 m (10.4 ft)3.76 m (12.3 ft)
Draft1.60 m (5.2 ft)1.85 m (6.1 ft)
Weight
Displacement4,600 kg (10,141 lbs)7,600 kg (16,755 lbs)
Ballast1,850 kg (4,079 lbs)2,400 kg (5,291 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area44.5 m² (479 ft²)62.0 m² (667 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine21 HP29 HP
Fuel Capacity80 L (21.1 gal)120 L (31.7 gal)
Water Capacity140 L (37.0 gal)250 L (66.0 gal)
Accommodation
Berths57
Cabins22

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31
16.35
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS
16.30
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31
40.22
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS
31.58
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31
0.77
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS
0.77
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31
20.39
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS
17.25

Detailed Comparison

The 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 is a 2000s design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 was penned by German Frers. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.

In terms of size, the 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 measures 9.47m (31.1ft) overall with a beam of 3.18m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS at 11.86m (38.9ft) with a 3.76m beam. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS is 2.39m longer than the 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS displaces approximately 65% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.35 and 44.5 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS, with an SA/D of 16.30 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 40.2% for the 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 and 31.6% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 140L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 120L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 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 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 31 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 39 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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