2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS vs Hanse 342 — Comparison
Hanse 342
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS | Hanse 342 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2006–2011 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 1,650 kg (3,638 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 | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS and Hanse 342 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 342 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS was penned by Philippe Briand. The Hanse 342 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
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 Hanse 342 at 10.30m (33.8ft) with a 3.40m beam. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS is 2.55m longer than the Hanse 342. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS displaces approximately 80% 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 Hanse 342, with an SA/D of 17.38 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS 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 Hanse 342 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 31.1% for the Hanse 342, 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 Hanse 342 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 342 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 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 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 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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