Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 vs 1975 Ericson 25+ — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
1975 Ericson 25+
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 | 1975 Ericson 25+ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Ericson |
| Year | 2019 | 1975–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Bruce King |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.75 m (28.7 ft) | 6.25 m (20.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.19 m (10.5 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 1,905 kg (4,200 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) | 726 kg (1,601 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 25.0 m² (269 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 23 L (6.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 1975 Ericson 25+ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1975 Ericson 25+ is a 1970s offering from Ericson from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1975 Ericson 25+ was designed by Bruce King.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 measures 9.80m (32.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.19m, compared to the 1975 Ericson 25+ at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is 2.18m longer than the 1975 Ericson 25+. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 displaces approximately 147% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.57 and 43.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Ericson 25+, with an SA/D of 16.54 and 25.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1975 Ericson 25+ has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1975 Ericson 25+ has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 27.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 38.1% for the 1975 Ericson 25+, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 150L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 1975 Ericson 25+ offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 45L water and 23L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Ericson 25+ 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 1975 Ericson 25+ 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 319 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.