2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i — Comparison

2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410
VS
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
General
ManufacturerJeanneauJeanneau
Year20202007–2013
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceFrance
DesignerPhilippe BriandMarc Lombard
Dimensions
LOA12.33 m (40.5 ft)10.93 m (35.9 ft)
LWL11.13 m (36.5 ft)9.80 m (32.2 ft)
Beam4.09 m (13.4 ft)3.59 m (11.8 ft)
Draft2.15 m (7.1 ft)1.85 m (6.1 ft)
Weight
Displacement8,200 kg (18,078 lbs)6,200 kg (13,669 lbs)
Ballast2,500 kg (5,512 lbs)1,850 kg (4,079 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area72.0 m² (775 ft²)57.0 m² (614 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine40 HP21 HP
Fuel Capacity120 L (31.7 gal)120 L (31.7 gal)
Water Capacity280 L (74.0 gal)230 L (60.8 gal)
Accommodation
Berths86
Cabins32

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410
17.99
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
17.16
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410
30.49
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
29.84
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410
0.81
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
0.78
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410
14.62
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i
16.89

Detailed Comparison

The 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i was designed by Marc Lombard.

In terms of size, the 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 measures 12.33m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.09m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i at 10.93m (35.9ft) with a 3.59m beam. The 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 is 1.40m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i. The 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 displaces approximately 32% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.99 and 72.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.5% for the 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 and 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the 2020 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 280L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 230L water and 120L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 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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