Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs 2013 Elan 350 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | 2013 Elan 350 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Elan |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2013–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Slovenia |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.46 m (11.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,850 kg (4,079 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) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 2013 Elan 350 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2013 Elan 350 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2013 Elan 350 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the 2013 Elan 350 at 10.67m (35.0ft) with a 3.46m beam. The 2013 Elan 350 is 0.71m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The 2013 Elan 350 displaces approximately 20% 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 2013 Elan 350, with an SA/D of 17.65 and 58.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2013 Elan 350 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 2013 Elan 350 has a comfort ratio of 19.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 30.3% for the 2013 Elan 350, 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 2013 Elan 350 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2013 Elan 350 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 2013 Elan 350 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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