2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i vs 1983 Freedom 36 — Comparison
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
1983 Freedom 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i | 1983 Freedom 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Freedom |
| Year | 2007–2011 | 1983–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Garry Hoyt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) | 49.0 m² (527 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 190 L (50.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i and 1983 Freedom 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1983 Freedom 36 is a 1980s offering from Freedom from USA. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1983 Freedom 36 was designed by Garry Hoyt.
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 1983 Freedom 36 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.51m beam. The 1983 Freedom 36 is 1.25m longer than the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i. The 1983 Freedom 36 displaces approximately 33% 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 1983 Freedom 36, with an SA/D of 14.88 and 49.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i 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 1983 Freedom 36 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i and 37.0% for the 1983 Freedom 36, 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 1983 Freedom 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 190L water and 95L 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 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i 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.