Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2016 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.94 m (35.9 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 measures 10.94m (35.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.55m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 is 1.64m longer than the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 displaces approximately 28% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.92 and 61.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 37.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.