2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 vs 1998 Dehler 29 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 | 1998 Dehler 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Dehler |
| Year | 2002–2007 | 1998–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.87 m (32.4 ft) | 8.82 m (28.9 ft) |
| LWL | 8.45 m (27.7 ft) | 7.60 m (24.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 2.95 m (9.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.55 m (5.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.5 m² (522 ft²) | 35.0 m² (377 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 and 1998 Dehler 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1998 Dehler 29 is a 1990s offering from Dehler from Germany. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1998 Dehler 29 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 measures 9.87m (32.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 1998 Dehler 29 at 8.82m (28.9ft) with a 2.95m beam. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 is 1.05m longer than the 1998 Dehler 29. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 displaces approximately 41% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.08 and 48.5 m² of sail area. The 1998 Dehler 29, with an SA/D of 16.38 and 35.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The 1998 Dehler 29 has a comfort ratio of 18.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.80. The ballast ratios are 35.6% for the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 and 37.5% for the 1998 Dehler 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 130L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1998 Dehler 29 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 80L water and 40L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Dehler 29 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 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 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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