2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2018–2022 | 2008–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.55 m (31.3 ft) | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,900 kg (13,007 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.5 m² (608 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 30 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 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 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large measures 10.30m (33.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.55m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i at 9.96m (32.7ft) with a 3.34m beam. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large is 0.34m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.58 and 56.5 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 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 28.8% for the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large and 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L 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 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large 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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