2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS vs Bavaria 34 — Comparison
Bavaria 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS | Bavaria 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2006–2011 | 1998–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) | 10.35 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 9.10 m (29.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 3.38 m (11.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 77.0 m² (829 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 54 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS and Bavaria 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria 34 is a 1990s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS was penned by Philippe Briand. The Bavaria 34 was designed by J&J Design.
In terms of size, the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS measures 12.85m (42.2ft) overall with a beam of 4.10m, compared to the Bavaria 34 at 10.35m (34.0ft) with a 3.38m beam. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS is 2.50m longer than the Bavaria 34. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS displaces approximately 83% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.41 and 77.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria 34, with an SA/D of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 34 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Bavaria 34 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 33.3% for the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS and 32.7% for the Bavaria 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 170L of fuel. The Bavaria 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria 34 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 Bavaria 34 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS 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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