Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i vs Hanse 388 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i
Hanse 388
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i | Hanse 388 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2007–2013 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.04 m (39.5 ft) | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) |
| LWL | 10.50 m (34.4 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.85 m (12.6 ft) | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i and Hanse 388 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 388 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i was penned by Philippe Briand. The Hanse 388 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i measures 12.04m (39.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.85m, compared to the Hanse 388 at 11.40m (37.4ft) with a 3.73m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i is 0.64m longer than the Hanse 388. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i displaces approximately 8% 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 Hanse 388, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i 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 Hanse 388 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.1% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i and 30.6% for the Hanse 388, 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 Hanse 388 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 388 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 39i 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.