2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2012–2016 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.99 m (32.8 ft) | 11.75 m (38.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.95 m (29.4 ft) | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L (17.2 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 280 L (74.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser measures 9.99m (32.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.42m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 at 11.75m (38.5ft) with a 3.76m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is 1.76m longer than the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 displaces approximately 41% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 52.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389, with an SA/D of 16.82 and 64.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 has a comfort ratio of 17.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser and 30.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 65L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 280L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser 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 2012 Bavaria 33 Cruiser 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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