Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 vs Hanse 445 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45
Hanse 445
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 | Hanse 445 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2005–2011 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) |
| LWL | 12.25 m (40.2 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,250 kg (7,165 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 86.0 m² (926 ft²) | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 370 L (97.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 and Hanse 445 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 445 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Hanse 445 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 measures 13.72m (45.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the Hanse 445 at 13.50m (44.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 is 0.22m longer than the Hanse 445. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.22 and 86.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 445, with an SA/D of 18.91 and 87.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 445 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Hanse 445 has a comfort ratio of 15.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 and 31.7% for the Hanse 445, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Hanse 445 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 445 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 445 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.