2020 Dehler 42 vs 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2020 Dehler 42 | 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2020 | 1999–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.77 m (41.9 ft) | 11.17 m (36.6 ft) |
| LWL | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 9.70 m (31.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.66 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 6,500 kg (14,330 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,800 kg (6,173 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2020 Dehler 42 and 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2020 Dehler 42 is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 is a 1990s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2020 Dehler 42 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 2020 Dehler 42 measures 12.77m (41.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 at 11.17m (36.6ft) with a 3.66m beam. The 2020 Dehler 42 is 1.60m longer than the 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37. The 2020 Dehler 42 displaces approximately 31% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2020 Dehler 42 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.00 and 82.0 m² of sail area. The 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37, with an SA/D of 16.63 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2020 Dehler 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2020 Dehler 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 32.9% for the 2020 Dehler 42 and 33.9% for the 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2020 Dehler 42 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1999 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 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 2020 Dehler 42 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2020 Dehler 42 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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