2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 vs Bavaria Cruiser 34 — Comparison
Bavaria Cruiser 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 | Bavaria Cruiser 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.34 m (40.5 ft) | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 9.15 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,100 kg (17,857 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and Bavaria Cruiser 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria Cruiser 34 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Bavaria Cruiser 34 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
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 Bavaria Cruiser 34 at 10.25m (33.6ft) with a 3.42m beam. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is 2.09m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 34. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 displaces approximately 47% 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 Bavaria Cruiser 34, with an SA/D of 16.30 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 Bavaria Cruiser 34 has a comfort ratio of 18.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and 30.9% for the Bavaria Cruiser 34, 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 Bavaria Cruiser 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Cruiser 34 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.
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