Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2019 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.75 m (38.5 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 measures 11.75m (38.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is 2.45m longer than the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 displaces approximately 90% 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 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. 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 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, 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 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 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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