2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 vs 2005 Oyster 54 — Comparison
2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519
2005 Oyster 54
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 | 2005 Oyster 54 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Oyster |
| Year | 2016–2021 | 2005–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | United Kingdom |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.75 m (51.7 ft) | 16.46 m (54.0 ft) |
| LWL | 14.30 m (46.9 ft) | 13.70 m (44.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.77 m (15.6 ft) | 4.60 m (15.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 112.0 m² (1,206 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 130 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 220 L (58.1 gal) | 420 L (111.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 750 L (198.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 5 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 and 2005 Oyster 54 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2005 Oyster 54 is a 2000s offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2005 Oyster 54 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 measures 15.75m (51.7ft) overall with a beam of 4.77m, compared to the 2005 Oyster 54 at 16.46m (54.0ft) with a 4.60m beam. The 2005 Oyster 54 is 0.71m longer than the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519. The 2005 Oyster 54 displaces approximately 36% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.58 and 112.0 m² of sail area. The 2005 Oyster 54, with an SA/D of 17.12 and 120.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The 2005 Oyster 54 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 30.0% for the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 and 37.9% for the 2005 Oyster 54, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 provides 10 berths in 5 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 220L of fuel. The 2005 Oyster 54 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 750L water and 420L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Oyster 54 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 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.