2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 — Comparison

2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 3492015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
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Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
General
ManufacturerJeanneauJeanneau
Year2015–20192016
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceFrance
DesignerMarc LombardDaniel Andrieu
Dimensions
LOA10.34 m (33.9 ft)10.94 m (35.9 ft)
LWL9.35 m (30.7 ft)10.10 m (33.1 ft)
Beam3.44 m (11.3 ft)3.55 m (11.6 ft)
Draft1.98 m (6.5 ft)2.10 m (6.9 ft)
Weight
Displacement5,500 kg (12,125 lbs)5,100 kg (11,244 lbs)
Ballast1,600 kg (3,527 lbs)1,900 kg (4,189 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area56.0 m² (603 ft²)61.0 m² (657 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine21 HP21 HP
Fuel Capacity80 L (21.1 gal)80 L (21.1 gal)
Water Capacity150 L (39.6 gal)120 L (31.7 gal)
Accommodation
Berths65
Cabins21

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
18.26
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
20.92
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
29.09
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
37.25
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
0.78
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
0.83
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
17.52
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
13.53

Detailed Comparison

The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 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 3600 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 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 3600 at 10.94m (35.9ft) with a 3.55m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 is 0.60m longer than the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 displaces approximately 8% 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 3600, with an SA/D of 20.92 and 61.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 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 3600 has a comfort ratio of 13.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 29.1% for the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 37.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600, 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 3600 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 80L 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 3600 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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