Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i vs Bavaria Cruiser 34 — Comparison
Bavaria Cruiser 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i | Bavaria Cruiser 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2007–2013 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.93 m (35.9 ft) | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) |
| LWL | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 9.15 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.59 m (11.8 ft) | 3.42 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) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 90 L (23.8 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 Bavaria Cruiser 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria Cruiser 34 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i was penned by Marc Lombard. The Bavaria Cruiser 34 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i measures 10.93m (35.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.59m, compared to the Bavaria Cruiser 34 at 10.25m (33.6ft) with a 3.42m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is 0.68m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 34. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i displaces approximately 13% 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 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i 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 Bavaria Cruiser 34 has a comfort ratio of 18.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i and 30.9% for the Bavaria Cruiser 34, 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 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i 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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