Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i vs Hanse 342 — Comparison
Hanse 342
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i | Hanse 342 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2007–2013 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.93 m (35.9 ft) | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) |
| LWL | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.59 m (11.8 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 1,650 kg (3,638 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i and Hanse 342 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 342 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hanse 342 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i measures 10.93m (35.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.59m, compared to the Hanse 342 at 10.30m (33.8ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is 0.63m longer than the Hanse 342. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i displaces approximately 17% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.16 and 57.0 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 Hanse 342 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hanse 342 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i and 31.1% for the Hanse 342, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 230L of water capacity and 120L 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 Hanse 342 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.
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