Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2016 | 2008–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.39 m (11.1 ft) | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 measures 10.34m (33.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.39m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i at 9.96m (32.7ft) with a 3.34m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 is 0.38m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 displaces approximately 2% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, with an SA/D of 16.46 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.8% for the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 and 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i 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 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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