Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs Bavaria Cruiser 36 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | Bavaria Cruiser 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2012–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.57 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 6,400 kg (14,110 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 58.0 m² (624 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 210 L (55.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and Bavaria Cruiser 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria Cruiser 36 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The Bavaria Cruiser 36 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the Bavaria Cruiser 36 at 11.30m (37.1ft) with a 3.57m beam. The Bavaria Cruiser 36 is 1.34m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The Bavaria Cruiser 36 displaces approximately 25% 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 Bavaria Cruiser 36, with an SA/D of 17.10 and 58.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria Cruiser 36 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 Bavaria Cruiser 36 has a comfort ratio of 17.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 31.3% for the Bavaria Cruiser 36, 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 Bavaria Cruiser 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 210L water and 110L 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 Bavaria Cruiser 36 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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