2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 vs Hanse 375 — Comparison
2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
Hanse 375
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 | Hanse 375 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 2009–2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.34 m (40.5 ft) | 11.35 m (37.2 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,100 kg (17,857 lbs) | 7,000 kg (15,432 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and Hanse 375 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 375 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Hanse 375 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 measures 12.34m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.99m, compared to the Hanse 375 at 11.35m (37.2ft) with a 3.65m beam. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is 0.99m longer than the Hanse 375. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.01 and 71.5 m² of sail area. The Hanse 375, with an SA/D of 17.21 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Hanse 375 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and 30.7% for the Hanse 375, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The Hanse 375 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 375 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 Odyssey 409 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.