2008 Sabre 452 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS — Comparison
2008 Sabre 452
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Sabre 452 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Sabre | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2008–2015 | 2007–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Jim Taylor | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 12.00 m (39.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 84.0 m² (904 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Sabre 452 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Sabre 452 is a 2000s design by Sabre from USA, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2008 Sabre 452 was penned by Jim Taylor. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2008 Sabre 452 measures 13.72m (45.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.09m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 4.30m beam. The 2008 Sabre 452 displaces approximately 8% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Sabre 452 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.91 and 84.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS, with an SA/D of 18.64 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Sabre 452 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS has a comfort ratio of 14.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 38.0% for the 2008 Sabre 452 and 33.3% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Sabre 452 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 227L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 400L water and 180L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Sabre 452 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 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.