Jeanneau Sun 2000 vs 1971 C&C 27 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun 2000
1971 C&C 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun 2000 | 1971 C&C 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2001–2008 | 1971–1975 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Canada |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.08 m (19.9 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 5.45 m (17.9 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.10 m (3.6 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 700 kg (1,543 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 200 kg (441 lbs) | 1,043 kg (2,299 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 17.5 m² (188 ft²) | 31.0 m² (334 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Lifting | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 4 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 3 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun 2000 and 1971 C&C 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun 2000 is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1971 C&C 27 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The Jeanneau Sun 2000 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1971 C&C 27 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun 2000 measures 6.08m (19.9ft) overall with a beam of 2.30m, compared to the 1971 C&C 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.74m beam. The 1971 C&C 27 is 2.15m longer than the Jeanneau Sun 2000. The 1971 C&C 27 displaces approximately 256% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun 2000 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 22.57 and 17.5 m² of sail area. The 1971 C&C 27, with an SA/D of 17.13 and 31.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun 2000 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun 2000 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 11.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.04). The 1971 C&C 27 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Jeanneau Sun 2000 and 41.8% for the 1971 C&C 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun 2000 provides 3 berths in 1 cabin with 15L of water capacity and unspecified fuel capacity. The 1971 C&C 27 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1971 C&C 27 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 2000 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1971 C&C 27 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.