Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 — Comparison

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440
VS
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationJeanneau Sun Odyssey 440Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
General
ManufacturerJeanneauJeanneau
Year20182016
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceFrance
DesignerPhilippe BriandDaniel Andrieu
Dimensions
LOA13.39 m (43.9 ft)10.94 m (35.9 ft)
LWL12.09 m (39.7 ft)10.10 m (33.1 ft)
Beam4.29 m (14.1 ft)3.55 m (11.6 ft)
Draft2.20 m (7.2 ft)2.10 m (6.9 ft)
Weight
Displacement9,900 kg (21,826 lbs)5,100 kg (11,244 lbs)
Ballast3,100 kg (6,834 lbs)1,900 kg (4,189 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area82.0 m² (883 ft²)61.0 m² (657 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine45 HP21 HP
Fuel Capacity200 L (52.8 gal)80 L (21.1 gal)
Water Capacity380 L (100.4 gal)120 L (31.7 gal)
Accommodation
Berths85
Cabins31

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440
18.07
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
20.92
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440
31.31
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
37.25
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440
0.80
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
0.83
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440
14.04
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600
13.53

Detailed Comparison

The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.

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 Fast 3600 at 10.94m (35.9ft) with a 3.55m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is 2.45m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 displaces approximately 94% 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 Fast 3600, with an SA/D of 20.92 and 61.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 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 Fast 3600 has a comfort ratio of 13.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 31.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and 37.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600, 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 Fast 3600 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 80L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 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: 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.

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