Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 vs Dufour 385 Grand Large — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 | Dufour 385 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Dufour |
| Year | 2019 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.75 m (38.5 ft) | 11.53 m (37.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 3.68 m (12.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs) | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and Dufour 385 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Dufour 385 Grand Large is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Dufour 385 Grand Large was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 measures 11.75m (38.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the Dufour 385 Grand Large at 11.53m (37.8ft) with a 3.68m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is 0.22m longer than the Dufour 385 Grand Large. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 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 Dufour 385 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 17.05 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 385 Grand Large 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 Dufour 385 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and 30.3% for the Dufour 385 Grand Large, 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 Dufour 385 Grand Large offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 385 Grand Large 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 Dufour 385 Grand Large 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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