2010 Elan 340 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i — Comparison
2010 Elan 340
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Elan 340 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Elan | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2010–2014 | 2007–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Slovenia | France |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.00 m (29.5 ft) | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,750 kg (3,858 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Elan 340 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Elan 340 is a modern design by Elan from Slovenia, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2010 Elan 340 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2010 Elan 340 measures 10.36m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.12m beam. The 2010 Elan 340 is 0.64m longer than the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i. The 2010 Elan 340 displaces approximately 26% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Elan 340 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.31 and 55.0 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 Elan 340 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Elan 340 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). 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 30.2% for the 2010 Elan 340 and 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Elan 340 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 160L of water capacity and 80L 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 Elan 340 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.