Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 vs Hanse 388 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
Hanse 388
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 | Hanse 388 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2019 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) |
| LWL | 8.75 m (28.7 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.19 m (10.5 ft) | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and Hanse 388 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 388 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hanse 388 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 388 at 11.40m (37.4ft) with a 3.73m beam. The Hanse 388 is 1.60m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319. The Hanse 388 displaces approximately 53% 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 388, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 388 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 388 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 27.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 30.6% for the Hanse 388, 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 388 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L 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 388 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.