2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i vs 1975 Ericson 25+ — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i | 1975 Ericson 25+ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Ericson |
| Year | 2007–2011 | 1975–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Bruce King |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) | 6.25 m (20.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) | 1,905 kg (4,200 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) | 726 kg (1,601 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) | 25.0 m² (269 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 23 L (6.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i and 1975 Ericson 25+ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1975 Ericson 25+ is a 1970s offering from Ericson from USA. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1975 Ericson 25+ was designed by Bruce King.
In terms of size, the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i measures 9.72m (31.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.12m, compared to the 1975 Ericson 25+ at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is 2.10m longer than the 1975 Ericson 25+. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i displaces approximately 141% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.43 and 42.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Ericson 25+, with an SA/D of 16.54 and 25.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1975 Ericson 25+ has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1975 Ericson 25+ has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i and 38.1% for the 1975 Ericson 25+, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1975 Ericson 25+ offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 45L water and 23L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Ericson 25+ 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 1975 Ericson 25+ has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i 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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