2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 vs Hanse 315 — Comparison
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 | Hanse 315 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2015–2019 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 85 L (22.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and Hanse 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 315 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hanse 315 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
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 Hanse 315 at 9.65m (31.7ft) with a 3.15m beam. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is 0.69m longer than the Hanse 315. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 displaces approximately 31% 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 Hanse 315, with an SA/D of 16.20 and 41.5 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 Hanse 315 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.1% for the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 28.6% for the Hanse 315, 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 Hanse 315 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 85L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 315 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: The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 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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