Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 vs Catalina 323 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
Catalina 323
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 | Catalina 323 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Catalina |
| Year | 2019 | 2004–2009 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.75 m (28.7 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.19 m (10.5 ft) | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 151 L (39.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and Catalina 323 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Catalina 323 is a 2000s offering from Catalina from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Catalina 323 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 measures 9.80m (32.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.19m, compared to the Catalina 323 at 9.75m (32.0ft) with a 3.25m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is 0.05m longer than the Catalina 323. The Catalina 323 displaces approximately 1% 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 Catalina 323, with an SA/D of 16.51 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Catalina 323 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 Catalina 323 has a comfort ratio of 18.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 27.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 38.1% for the Catalina 323, 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 Catalina 323 offers 6 berths in 1 cabin with 151L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 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 Catalina 323 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.