2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 vs 1975 Pearson 28 — Comparison
2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500
1975 Pearson 28
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 | 1975 Pearson 28 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Pearson |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1975–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | William Shaw |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.35 m (24.1 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| LWL | 6.45 m (21.2 ft) | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.30 m (4.3 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,950 kg (4,299 lbs) | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 700 kg (1,543 lbs) | 1,270 kg (2,800 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 28.5 m² (307 ft²) | 30.0 m² (323 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 25 L (6.6 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and 1975 Pearson 28 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1975 Pearson 28 is a 1970s offering from Pearson from USA. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1975 Pearson 28 was designed by William Shaw.
In terms of size, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 measures 7.35m (24.1ft) overall with a beam of 2.74m, compared to the 1975 Pearson 28 at 8.53m (28.0ft) with a 2.74m beam. The 1975 Pearson 28 is 1.18m longer than the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500. The 1975 Pearson 28 displaces approximately 51% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.56 and 28.5 m² of sail area. The 1975 Pearson 28, with an SA/D of 14.83 and 30.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.88). The 1975 Pearson 28 has a comfort ratio of 21.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 35.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and 43.1% for the 1975 Pearson 28, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 50L of water capacity and 25L of fuel. The 1975 Pearson 28 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Pearson 28 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 Jeanneau Sun 2500 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.