Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 vs Hanse 315 — Comparison

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
VS
Hanse 315

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationJeanneau Sun Odyssey 319Hanse 315
General
ManufacturerJeanneauHanse
Year20192010–2016
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceGermany
DesignerMarc Lombardjudel/vrolijk & co
Dimensions
LOA9.80 m (32.2 ft)9.65 m (31.7 ft)
LWL8.75 m (28.7 ft)8.55 m (28.1 ft)
Beam3.19 m (10.5 ft)3.15 m (10.3 ft)
Draft1.60 m (5.2 ft)1.65 m (5.4 ft)
Weight
Displacement4,700 kg (10,362 lbs)4,200 kg (9,259 lbs)
Ballast1,300 kg (2,866 lbs)1,200 kg (2,646 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area43.0 m² (463 ft²)41.5 m² (447 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine21 HP15 HP
Fuel Capacity100 L (26.4 gal)85 L (22.5 gal)
Water Capacity150 L (39.6 gal)120 L (31.7 gal)
Accommodation
Berths64
Cabins11

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
15.57
Hanse 315
16.20
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
27.66
Hanse 315
28.57
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
0.76
Hanse 315
0.78
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
18.75
Hanse 315
17.75

Detailed Comparison

The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and Hanse 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 315 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hanse 315 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.

In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 measures 9.80m (32.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.19m, compared to the Hanse 315 at 9.65m (31.7ft) with a 3.15m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is 0.15m longer than the Hanse 315. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 displaces approximately 12% 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 Hanse 315, with an SA/D of 16.20 and 41.5 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 315 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 Hanse 315 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 27.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 28.6% for the Hanse 315, 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 Hanse 315 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 85L 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 Hanse 315 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.

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