2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 vs 2015 ClubSwan 36 — Comparison

2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 3492015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
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2015 ClubSwan 36

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 3492015 ClubSwan 36
General
ManufacturerJeanneauNautor Swan
Year2015–20192015
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceFinland
DesignerMarc LombardJuan Kouyoumdjian
Dimensions
LOA10.34 m (33.9 ft)11.00 m (36.1 ft)
LWL9.35 m (30.7 ft)9.90 m (32.5 ft)
Beam3.44 m (11.3 ft)3.30 m (10.8 ft)
Draft1.98 m (6.5 ft)2.30 m (7.5 ft)
Weight
Displacement5,500 kg (12,125 lbs)4,800 kg (10,582 lbs)
Ballast1,600 kg (3,527 lbs)1,700 kg (3,748 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area56.0 m² (603 ft²)65.0 m² (700 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine21 HP15 HP
Fuel Capacity80 L (21.1 gal)40 L (10.6 gal)
Water Capacity150 L (39.6 gal)60 L (15.9 gal)
Accommodation
Berths64
Cabins21

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
18.26
2015 ClubSwan 36
23.21
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
29.09
2015 ClubSwan 36
35.42
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
0.78
2015 ClubSwan 36
0.78
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
17.52
2015 ClubSwan 36
14.37

Detailed Comparison

The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 2015 ClubSwan 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2015 ClubSwan 36 is a modern offering from Nautor Swan from Finland. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 was designed by Juan Kouyoumdjian.

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 2015 ClubSwan 36 at 11.00m (36.1ft) with a 3.30m beam. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 is 0.66m longer than the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 displaces approximately 15% 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 2015 ClubSwan 36, with an SA/D of 23.21 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 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 2015 ClubSwan 36 has a comfort ratio of 14.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.1% for the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 35.4% for the 2015 ClubSwan 36, 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 2015 ClubSwan 36 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 40L 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 2015 ClubSwan 36 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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