2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS vs Bavaria Cruiser 34 — Comparison
Bavaria Cruiser 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS | Bavaria Cruiser 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2006–2011 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) |
| LWL | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 9.15 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 3.42 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) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 77.0 m² (829 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 54 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 90 L (23.8 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 Bavaria Cruiser 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 Cruiser 34 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS was penned by Philippe Briand. The Bavaria Cruiser 34 was designed by Farr Yacht 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 Cruiser 34 at 10.25m (33.6ft) with a 3.42m beam. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS is 2.60m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 34. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS displaces approximately 73% 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 Cruiser 34, with an SA/D of 16.30 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 Bavaria Cruiser 34 has a comfort ratio of 18.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 33.3% for the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS and 30.9% for the Bavaria Cruiser 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 Cruiser 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Cruiser 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 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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