2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i — Comparison

2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
VS
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 3802007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
General
ManufacturerJeanneauJeanneau
Year20222007–2011
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceFrance
DesignerMarc LombardMarc Lombard
Dimensions
LOA11.58 m (38.0 ft)9.72 m (31.9 ft)
LWL10.45 m (34.3 ft)8.50 m (27.9 ft)
Beam3.82 m (12.5 ft)3.12 m (10.2 ft)
Draft2.10 m (6.9 ft)1.80 m (5.9 ft)
Weight
Displacement7,200 kg (15,873 lbs)4,600 kg (10,141 lbs)
Ballast2,100 kg (4,630 lbs)1,350 kg (2,976 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area64.0 m² (689 ft²)42.0 m² (452 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine30 HP18 HP
Fuel Capacity100 L (26.4 gal)60 L (15.9 gal)
Water Capacity200 L (52.8 gal)120 L (31.7 gal)
Accommodation
Berths76
Cabins32

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
17.44
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
15.43
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
29.17
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
29.35
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
0.79
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
0.75
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
15.94
2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i
19.76

Detailed Comparison

The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was designed by Marc Lombard.

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 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.12m beam. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 is 1.86m longer than the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 displaces approximately 57% 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 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, with an SA/D of 15.43 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 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 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i has a comfort ratio of 19.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 29.2% for the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, 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 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 60L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i 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 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 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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