Hanse 375 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 375 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2009–2015 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.35 m (37.2 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,000 kg (15,432 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 375 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 375 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Hanse 375 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Hanse 375 measures 11.35m (37.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Hanse 375 is 2.05m longer than the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i. The Hanse 375 displaces approximately 75% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 375 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.21 and 62.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hanse 375 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 375 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.7% for the Hanse 375 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 375 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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 375 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 375 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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