Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS vs 2004 Oyster 46 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS
2004 Oyster 46
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS | 2004 Oyster 46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Oyster |
| Year | 2005–2010 | 2004–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | United Kingdom |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.38 m (50.5 ft) | 14.02 m (46.0 ft) |
| LWL | 13.45 m (44.1 ft) | 11.60 m (38.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.58 m (15.0 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) | 12,500 kg (27,558 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 4,800 kg (10,582 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 104.0 m² (1,119 ft²) | 90.0 m² (969 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS and 2004 Oyster 46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2004 Oyster 46 is a 2000s offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2004 Oyster 46 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS measures 15.38m (50.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.58m, compared to the 2004 Oyster 46 at 14.02m (46.0ft) with a 4.20m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS is 1.36m longer than the 2004 Oyster 46. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.77 and 104.0 m² of sail area. The 2004 Oyster 46, with an SA/D of 16.97 and 90.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2004 Oyster 46 has a comfort ratio of 18.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 29.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS and 38.4% for the 2004 Oyster 46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 500L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The 2004 Oyster 46 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2004 Oyster 46 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 50 DS has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.