Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2009–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Finot-Conq |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 10.44 m (34.3 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 5,550 kg (12,236 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 51.0 m² (549 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 was designed by Finot-Conq.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 at 10.44m (34.3ft) with a 3.42m beam. The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 is 0.48m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 displaces approximately 9% 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34, with an SA/D of 16.53 and 51.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 28.8% for the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34, 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 80L 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 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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