Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i vs 2015 ClubSwan 36 — Comparison

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
VS
2015 ClubSwan 36

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationJeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i2015 ClubSwan 36
General
ManufacturerJeanneauNautor Swan
Year2007–20132015
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceFinland
DesignerMarc LombardJuan Kouyoumdjian
Dimensions
LOA10.93 m (35.9 ft)11.00 m (36.1 ft)
LWL9.80 m (32.2 ft)9.90 m (32.5 ft)
Beam3.59 m (11.8 ft)3.30 m (10.8 ft)
Draft1.85 m (6.1 ft)2.30 m (7.5 ft)
Weight
Displacement6,200 kg (13,669 lbs)4,800 kg (10,582 lbs)
Ballast1,850 kg (4,079 lbs)1,700 kg (3,748 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area57.0 m² (614 ft²)65.0 m² (700 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine21 HP15 HP
Fuel Capacity120 L (31.7 gal)40 L (10.6 gal)
Water Capacity230 L (60.8 gal)60 L (15.9 gal)
Accommodation
Berths64
Cabins21

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
17.16
2015 ClubSwan 36
23.21
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
29.84
2015 ClubSwan 36
35.42
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
0.78
2015 ClubSwan 36
0.78
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
16.89
2015 ClubSwan 36
14.37

Detailed Comparison

The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i and 2015 ClubSwan 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2015 ClubSwan 36 is a modern offering from Nautor Swan from Finland. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 was designed by Juan Kouyoumdjian.

In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i measures 10.93m (35.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.59m, compared to the 2015 ClubSwan 36 at 11.00m (36.1ft) with a 3.30m beam. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 is 0.07m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i displaces approximately 29% 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 2015 ClubSwan 36, with an SA/D of 23.21 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 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 2015 ClubSwan 36 has a comfort ratio of 14.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i and 35.4% for the 2015 ClubSwan 36, 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 2015 ClubSwan 36 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 40L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i 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 2015 ClubSwan 36 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i 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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