Hanse 320 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Hanse 320
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 320 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2005–2010 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L (23.8 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 320 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 320 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Hanse 320 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Hanse 320 measures 9.92m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Hanse 320 is 0.62m longer than the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i. The Hanse 320 displaces approximately 15% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 320 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.90 and 46.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hanse 320 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 320 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the Hanse 320 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 320 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 90L of fuel. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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 320 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 320 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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