2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS vs 2001 Tartan 4100 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS | 2001 Tartan 4100 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Tartan |
| Year | 2007–2012 | 2001–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.86 m (38.9 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 2.13 m (7.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) | 75.0 m² (807 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS and 2001 Tartan 4100 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2001 Tartan 4100 is a 2000s offering from Tartan from USA. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2001 Tartan 4100 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS measures 11.86m (38.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the 2001 Tartan 4100 at 12.50m (41.0ft) with a 3.96m beam. The 2001 Tartan 4100 is 0.64m longer than the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS. The 2001 Tartan 4100 displaces approximately 25% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.30 and 62.0 m² of sail area. The 2001 Tartan 4100, with an SA/D of 16.96 and 75.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2001 Tartan 4100 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2001 Tartan 4100 has a comfort ratio of 18.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 31.6% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS and 40.5% for the 2001 Tartan 4100, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 2001 Tartan 4100 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 340L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2001 Tartan 4100 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 2001 Tartan 4100 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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