Hanse 370 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 370 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 2007–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.63 m (11.9 ft) | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 370 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 370 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Hanse 370 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Hanse 370 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.63m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.12m beam. The Hanse 370 is 1.68m longer than the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i. The Hanse 370 displaces approximately 48% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 370 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.98 and 60.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, with an SA/D of 15.43 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 370 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 370 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i has a comfort ratio of 19.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 370 and 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 370 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i 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 Hanse 370 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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