Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) vs Bavaria 34 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019)
Bavaria 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) | Bavaria 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2019 | 1998–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 10.35 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.44 m (31.0 ft) | 9.10 m (29.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 3.38 m (11.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 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 | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and Bavaria 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria 34 is a 1990s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) was penned by Marc Lombard. The Bavaria 34 was designed by J&J Design.
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 Bavaria 34 at 10.35m (34.0ft) with a 3.38m beam. The Bavaria 34 is 0.01m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) displaces approximately 10% 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 Bavaria 34, with an SA/D of 17.60 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 34 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 Bavaria 34 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 32.7% for the Bavaria 34, 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 Bavaria 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) 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 Bavaria 34 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.