Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 vs Catalina 385 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389
Catalina 385
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 | Catalina 385 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Catalina |
| Year | 2019 | 2006–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.75 m (38.5 ft) | 11.73 m (38.5 ft) |
| LWL | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) | 10.21 m (33.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 2.06 m (6.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 8,165 kg (18,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 242 L (63.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and Catalina 385 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Catalina 385 is a 2000s offering from Catalina from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Catalina 385 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 measures 11.75m (38.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the Catalina 385 at 11.73m (38.5ft) with a 3.76m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is 0.02m longer than the Catalina 385. The Catalina 385 displaces approximately 7% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.82 and 64.0 m² of sail area. The Catalina 385, with an SA/D of 16.29 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Catalina 385 has a comfort ratio of 18.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and 38.9% for the Catalina 385, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 280L of water capacity and 160L of fuel. The Catalina 385 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 242L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 385 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 389 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Catalina 385 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.