2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i — Comparison
2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2009–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 13.75 m (45.1 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 4.25 m (13.9 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.35m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i at 13.75m (45.1ft) with a 4.25m beam. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is 0.52m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser displaces approximately 13% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.34 and 92.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i, with an SA/D of 18.36 and 85.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i has a comfort ratio of 14.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and 31.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i 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 44i has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.