Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) vs 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 — Comparison
2013 Beneteau Figaro 3
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) | 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2019 | 2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| LWL | 9.44 m (31.0 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) | 3,450 kg (7,606 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 20 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 2 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 was designed by VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost.
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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 at 10.10m (33.1ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is 0.24m longer than the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) displaces approximately 65% 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, with an SA/D of 28.93 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 has a comfort ratio of 11.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.90. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 43.5% for the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3, 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 offers 2 berths in 1 cabin with 40L water and 60L 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 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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