Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs Hunter 380 — Comparison
Hunter 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | Hunter 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hunter |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2001–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 7,257 kg (15,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and Hunter 380 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hunter 380 is a 2000s offering from Hunter from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hunter 380 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the Hunter 380 at 11.58m (38.0ft) with a 3.76m beam. The Hunter 380 is 1.62m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The Hunter 380 displaces approximately 42% 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 Hunter 380, with an SA/D of 17.35 and 64.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 380 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 Hunter 380 has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 37.5% for the Hunter 380, 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 Hunter 380 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i 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 Hunter 380 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 380 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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