Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 vs 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440
2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 | 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2018 | 2009–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Finot-Conq |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.39 m (43.9 ft) | 10.44 m (34.3 ft) |
| LWL | 12.09 m (39.7 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.29 m (14.1 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,900 kg (21,826 lbs) | 5,550 kg (12,236 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 51.0 m² (549 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 45 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 380 L (100.4 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 was designed by Finot-Conq.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 measures 13.39m (43.9ft) overall with a beam of 4.29m, compared to the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 at 10.44m (34.3ft) with a 3.42m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is 2.95m longer than the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 displaces approximately 78% 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34, with an SA/D of 16.53 and 51.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 31.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and 28.8% for the 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34, 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 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2009 Beneteau Oceanis 34 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: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.