Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 vs Bavaria Cruiser 37 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389
Bavaria Cruiser 37
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 | Bavaria Cruiser 37 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2019 | 2014–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.75 m (38.5 ft) | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) |
| LWL | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) | 9.90 m (32.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 3.67 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 6,900 kg (15,212 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and Bavaria Cruiser 37 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria Cruiser 37 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Bavaria Cruiser 37 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 measures 11.75m (38.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the Bavaria Cruiser 37 at 11.30m (37.1ft) with a 3.67m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is 0.45m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 37. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 displaces approximately 10% 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 Bavaria Cruiser 37, with an SA/D of 16.82 and 60.0 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 Bavaria Cruiser 37 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and 30.4% for the Bavaria Cruiser 37, 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 Bavaria Cruiser 37 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 230L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Cruiser 37 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: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.