Hanse 315 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 2007–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.12m beam. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is 0.07m longer than the Hanse 315. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 315 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.20 and 41.5 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 Hanse 315 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 315 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). 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 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 315 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 85L 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 Hanse 315 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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