Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs Hanse 415 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | Hanse 415 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2011–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 310 L (81.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and Hanse 415 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 415 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hanse 415 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the Hanse 415 at 12.40m (40.7ft) with a 3.96m beam. The Hanse 415 is 2.44m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The Hanse 415 displaces approximately 67% 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 Hanse 415, with an SA/D of 17.81 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 415 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 Hanse 415 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 31.2% for the Hanse 415, 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 Hanse 415 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 310L water and 170L 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 Hanse 415 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 415 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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