Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 vs Hanse 342 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389
Hanse 342
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 | Hanse 342 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2019 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.75 m (38.5 ft) | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs) | 1,650 kg (3,638 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and Hanse 342 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 342 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hanse 342 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 measures 11.75m (38.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the Hanse 342 at 10.30m (33.8ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is 1.45m longer than the Hanse 342. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 displaces approximately 43% 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 Hanse 342, with an SA/D of 17.38 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 342 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 Hanse 342 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and 31.1% for the Hanse 342, 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 Hanse 342 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 342 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 Hanse 342 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.