Hanse 342 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i — Comparison
Hanse 342
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 342 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2006–2010 | 2007–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,650 kg (3,638 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 342 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 342 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 342 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Hanse 342 measures 10.30m (33.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.12m beam. The Hanse 342 is 0.58m longer than the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i. The Hanse 342 displaces approximately 15% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 342 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.38 and 52.0 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 342 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 342 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). 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 31.1% for the Hanse 342 and 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 342 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L of water capacity and 100L 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 342 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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