2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS — Comparison

2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
VS
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2010 X-Yachts Xc 352007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS
General
ManufacturerX-YachtsJeanneau
Year2010–20162007–2012
TypeSloopSloop
CountryDenmarkFrance
DesignerNiels JeppesenPhilippe Briand
Dimensions
LOA10.57 m (34.7 ft)13.10 m (43.0 ft)
LWL9.20 m (30.2 ft)11.40 m (37.4 ft)
Beam3.35 m (11.0 ft)4.08 m (13.4 ft)
Draft1.80 m (5.9 ft)1.90 m (6.2 ft)
Weight
Displacement5,800 kg (12,787 lbs)9,500 kg (20,944 lbs)
Ballast2,100 kg (4,630 lbs)3,100 kg (6,834 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area52.0 m² (560 ft²)80.0 m² (861 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine21 HP55 HP
Fuel Capacity70 L (18.5 gal)160 L (42.3 gal)
Water Capacity140 L (37.0 gal)350 L (92.5 gal)
Accommodation
Berths68
Cabins23

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
16.37
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS
18.12
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
36.21
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS
32.63
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
0.75
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS
0.77
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
19.28
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS
15.81

Detailed Comparison

The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern design by X-Yachts from Denmark, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was penned by Niels Jeppesen. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.

In terms of size, the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 measures 10.57m (34.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS at 13.10m (43.0ft) with a 4.08m beam. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS is 2.53m longer than the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS displaces approximately 64% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS, with an SA/D of 18.12 and 80.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS has a comfort ratio of 15.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 and 32.6% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L of water capacity and 70L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 160L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 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 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS 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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