2005 Island Packet 370 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i — Comparison
2005 Island Packet 370
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Island Packet 370 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Island Packet | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2005–2012 | 2008–2013 |
| Type | Cutter | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Bob Johnson | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,072 kg (20,000 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.3 m² (671 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Island Packet 370 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 2005 Island Packet 370 is a 2000s design by Island Packet from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2005 Island Packet 370 was penned by Bob Johnson. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2005 Island Packet 370 measures 11.28m (37.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i at 9.96m (32.7ft) with a 3.34m beam. The 2005 Island Packet 370 is 1.32m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The 2005 Island Packet 370 displaces approximately 78% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Island Packet 370 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.55 and 62.3 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, with an SA/D of 16.46 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2005 Island Packet 370 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 25.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 2005 Island Packet 370 and 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Island Packet 370 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Island Packet 370 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 Odyssey 33i 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.