Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i vs 2008 X-Yachts X-46 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i | 2008 X-Yachts X-46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2007–2013 | 2008–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.04 m (39.5 ft) | 13.95 m (45.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.50 m (34.4 ft) | 12.00 m (39.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.85 m (12.6 ft) | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) | 93.0 m² (1,001 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i and 2008 X-Yachts X-46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i measures 12.04m (39.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.85m, compared to the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 at 13.95m (45.8ft) with a 4.10m beam. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 is 1.91m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 displaces approximately 41% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.56 and 68.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46, with an SA/D of 19.10 and 93.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 has a comfort ratio of 16.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 30.1% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i and 38.2% for the 2008 X-Yachts X-46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 160L of fuel. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i 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 2008 X-Yachts X-46 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 39i 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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