Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Dehler |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 measures 9.72m (31.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is 0.27m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 displaces approximately 5% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 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.
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