2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) — Comparison

2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
VS
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019)

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019)
General
ManufacturerJeanneauJeanneau
Year2010–20162019
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceFrance
DesignerPhilippe BriandMarc Lombard
Dimensions
LOA12.34 m (40.5 ft)10.34 m (33.9 ft)
LWL10.82 m (35.5 ft)9.44 m (31.0 ft)
Beam3.99 m (13.1 ft)3.44 m (11.3 ft)
Draft2.10 m (6.9 ft)1.98 m (6.5 ft)
Weight
Displacement8,100 kg (17,857 lbs)5,700 kg (12,566 lbs)
Ballast2,500 kg (5,512 lbs)1,700 kg (3,748 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area71.5 m² (770 ft²)55.0 m² (592 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine40 HP21 HP
Fuel Capacity120 L (31.7 gal)140 L (37.0 gal)
Water Capacity250 L (66.0 gal)200 L (52.8 gal)
Accommodation
Berths86
Cabins32

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
18.01
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019)
17.51
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
30.86
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019)
29.82
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
0.80
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019)
0.77
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
15.49
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019)
17.92

Detailed Comparison

The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) was designed by Marc Lombard.

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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) at 10.34m (33.9ft) with a 3.44m beam. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is 2.00m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019). The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 displaces approximately 42% 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019), with an SA/D of 17.51 and 55.0 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has a comfort ratio of 17.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019), 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 140L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) 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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