Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2007–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 12.04 m (39.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 10.50 m (34.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.85 m (12.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i at 12.04m (39.5ft) with a 3.85m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i is 2.08m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i displaces approximately 53% 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i, with an SA/D of 17.56 and 68.0 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 33i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i has a comfort ratio of 16.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 30.1% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i, 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 160L 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 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.
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