2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 vs Hanse 400 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 | Hanse 400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2022 | 2002–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) |
| LWL | 10.45 m (34.3 ft) | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.82 m (12.5 ft) | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 30 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 280 L (74.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and Hanse 400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 400 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hanse 400 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 measures 11.58m (38.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.82m, compared to the Hanse 400 at 12.10m (39.7ft) with a 3.80m beam. The Hanse 400 is 0.52m longer than the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380. The Hanse 400 displaces approximately 6% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.44 and 64.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 400, with an SA/D of 17.87 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 400 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Hanse 400 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.2% for the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and 30.9% for the Hanse 400, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Hanse 400 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 280L water and 150L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 400 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 400 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 400 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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