2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 vs 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur — Comparison
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 | 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Wauquiez |
| Year | 2015–2019 | 1988–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Jean-Marie Finot |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 10.21 m (33.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) | 47.0 m² (506 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 22 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur is a 1980s offering from Wauquiez from France. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur was designed by Jean-Marie Finot.
In terms of size, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 measures 10.34m (33.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.44m, compared to the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur at 10.21m (33.5ft) with a 3.28m beam. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is 0.13m longer than the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 displaces approximately 1% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.26 and 56.0 m² of sail area. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur, with an SA/D of 15.43 and 47.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur has a comfort ratio of 21.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 29.1% for the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 41.7% for the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur 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 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 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.