2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i — Comparison
2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2016–2020 | 2007–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 10.93 m (35.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.80 m (35.4 ft) | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.97 m (13.0 ft) | 3.59 m (11.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.97m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i at 10.93m (35.9ft) with a 3.59m beam. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 is 1.42m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i. The 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 displaces approximately 37% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.07 and 70.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 and 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2016 Bavaria Cruiser 41 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 230L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 230L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i 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 Odyssey 36i 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 Bavaria Cruiser 41 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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