2010 Dehler 32 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i — Comparison

2010 Dehler 32
VS
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2010 Dehler 322007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
General
ManufacturerDehlerJeanneau
Year2010–20172007–2011
TypeSloopSloop
CountryGermanyFrance
DesignerJudel/VrolijkMarc Lombard
Dimensions
LOA9.90 m (32.5 ft)9.72 m (31.9 ft)
LWL8.95 m (29.4 ft)8.50 m (27.9 ft)
Beam3.16 m (10.4 ft)3.12 m (10.2 ft)
Draft1.95 m (6.4 ft)1.80 m (5.9 ft)
Weight
Displacement4,400 kg (9,700 lbs)4,600 kg (10,141 lbs)
Ballast1,500 kg (3,307 lbs)1,350 kg (2,976 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area53.0 m² (571 ft²)42.0 m² (452 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine18 HP18 HP
Fuel Capacity55 L (14.5 gal)60 L (15.9 gal)
Water Capacity100 L (26.4 gal)120 L (31.7 gal)
Accommodation
Berths56
Cabins22

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2010 Dehler 32
20.06
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
15.43
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2010 Dehler 32
34.09
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
29.35
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2010 Dehler 32
0.77
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
0.75
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2010 Dehler 32
17.12
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
19.76

Detailed Comparison

The 2010 Dehler 32 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Dehler 32 is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2010 Dehler 32 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was designed by Marc Lombard.

In terms of size, the 2010 Dehler 32 measures 9.90m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.16m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.12m beam. The 2010 Dehler 32 is 0.18m longer than the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i displaces approximately 5% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the 2010 Dehler 32 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.06 and 53.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, with an SA/D of 15.43 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2010 Dehler 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the 2010 Dehler 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i has a comfort ratio of 19.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 34.1% for the 2010 Dehler 32 and 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the 2010 Dehler 32 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 60L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i 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 2010 Dehler 32 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 32i 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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