Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2018 | 2007–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.39 m (43.9 ft) | 12.04 m (39.5 ft) |
| LWL | 12.09 m (39.7 ft) | 10.50 m (34.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.29 m (14.1 ft) | 3.85 m (12.6 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,900 kg (21,826 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 45 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 380 L (100.4 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 measures 13.39m (43.9ft) overall with a beam of 4.29m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i at 12.04m (39.5ft) with a 3.85m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is 1.35m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 displaces approximately 27% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.07 and 82.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i, with an SA/D of 17.56 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i has a comfort ratio of 16.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and 30.1% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i 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 440 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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