Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) vs Catalina 34 MkII — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) | Catalina 34 MkII |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Catalina |
| Year | 2019 | 1995–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.44 m (31.0 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 151 L (39.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and Catalina 34 MkII represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Catalina 34 MkII is a 1990s offering from Catalina from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) was penned by Marc Lombard. The Catalina 34 MkII was designed by Gerry Douglas.
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 Catalina 34 MkII at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Catalina 34 MkII is 0.02m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) displaces approximately 5% 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 Catalina 34 MkII, with an SA/D of 17.08 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. 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 Catalina 34 MkII has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 37.5% for the Catalina 34 MkII, 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 Catalina 34 MkII offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 151L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 34 MkII 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: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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