2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 vs 1982 Freedom 28 — Comparison
2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500
1982 Freedom 28
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 | 1982 Freedom 28 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Freedom |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1982–1988 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Garry Hoyt |
| 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) | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.30 m (4.3 ft) | 1.14 m (3.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,950 kg (4,299 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 700 kg (1,543 lbs) | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 28.5 m² (307 ft²) | 29.0 m² (312 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 1982 Freedom 28 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1982 Freedom 28 is a 1980s offering from Freedom from USA. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1982 Freedom 28 was designed by Garry Hoyt.
In terms of size, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 measures 7.35m (24.1ft) overall with a beam of 2.74m, compared to the 1982 Freedom 28 at 8.53m (28.0ft) with a 2.84m beam. The 1982 Freedom 28 is 1.18m longer than the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500. The 1982 Freedom 28 displaces approximately 28% 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 1982 Freedom 28, with an SA/D of 16.02 and 29.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 1982 Freedom 28 has a comfort ratio of 17.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.84. The ballast ratios are 35.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and 36.4% for the 1982 Freedom 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 1982 Freedom 28 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 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.