Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS vs Hanse 588 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS
Hanse 588
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS | Hanse 588 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2008–2015 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.60 m (54.5 ft) | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) |
| LWL | 14.60 m (47.9 ft) | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 16,800 kg (37,038 lbs) | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 650 L (171.7 gal) | 700 L (184.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS and Hanse 588 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 588 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS was penned by Philippe Briand. The Hanse 588 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS measures 16.60m (54.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.80m, compared to the Hanse 588 at 17.55m (57.6ft) with a 5.09m beam. The Hanse 588 is 0.95m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS. The Hanse 588 displaces approximately 13% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.58 and 120.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 588, with an SA/D of 20.40 and 143.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Hanse 588 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The Hanse 588 has a comfort ratio of 12.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS and 32.6% for the Hanse 588, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS provides 10 berths in 3 cabins with 650L of water capacity and 350L of fuel. The Hanse 588 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 700L water and 400L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS 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 588 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.