2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 vs 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 — Comparison
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 | 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Fountaine Pajot |
| Year | 2015–2019 | 2016–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 11.93 m (39.1 ft) |
| LWL | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) | 11.20 m (36.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 6.63 m (21.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.15 m (3.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 8,700 kg (19,180 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) | 72.0 m² (775 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 is a modern offering from Fountaine Pajot from France. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
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 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 at 11.93m (39.1ft) with a 6.63m beam. The 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 is 1.59m longer than the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349. The 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 displaces approximately 58% 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 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40, with an SA/D of 17.29 and 72.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. 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 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 has a comfort ratio of 8.3 and a capsize screening value of 1.29. The ballast ratios are 29.1% for the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 0.0% for the 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40, 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 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 340L 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 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 2016 Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.