Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) vs 1988 Najad 331 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) | 1988 Najad 331 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Najad |
| Year | 2019 | 1988–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Sweden |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.44 m (31.0 ft) | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 3.18 m (10.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) | 4,900 kg (10,803 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 1988 Najad 331 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1988 Najad 331 is a 1980s offering from Najad from Sweden. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1988 Najad 331 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) measures 10.34m (33.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.44m, compared to the 1988 Najad 331 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.18m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is 0.28m longer than the 1988 Najad 331. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.51 and 55.0 m² of sail area. The 1988 Najad 331, with an SA/D of 15.15 and 43.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1988 Najad 331 has a comfort ratio of 20.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 40.8% for the 1988 Najad 331, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The 1988 Najad 331 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Najad 331 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 Odyssey 349 (2019) 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 349 (2019) 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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