Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i vs Hanse 388 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i | Hanse 388 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2007–2013 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.93 m (35.9 ft) | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) |
| LWL | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.59 m (11.8 ft) | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i and Hanse 388 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 388 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hanse 388 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 388 at 11.40m (37.4ft) with a 3.73m beam. The Hanse 388 is 0.47m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i. The Hanse 388 displaces approximately 16% 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 388, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 388 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 388 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i and 30.6% for the Hanse 388, 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 388 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L 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 Hanse 388 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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