2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 — Comparison
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2015–2019 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.25m beam. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is 0.62m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 displaces approximately 41% 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, with an SA/D of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has a comfort ratio of 14.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 29.1% for the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 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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