Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs Dufour 32 Classic — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | Dufour 32 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Dufour |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 1995–2002 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 9.70 m (31.8 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 8.40 m (27.6 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 45.0 m² (484 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and Dufour 32 Classic represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Dufour 32 Classic is a 1990s offering from Dufour from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The Dufour 32 Classic was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the Dufour 32 Classic at 9.70m (31.8ft) with a 3.20m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is 0.26m longer than the Dufour 32 Classic. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i displaces approximately 13% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.46 and 48.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 32 Classic, with an SA/D of 16.78 and 45.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Dufour 32 Classic has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Dufour 32 Classic has a comfort ratio of 19.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 31.1% for the Dufour 32 Classic, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Dufour 32 Classic offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 32 Classic 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 Dufour 32 Classic 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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