2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 vs Bavaria Vision 46 — Comparison

2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
VS
Bavaria Vision 46

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380Bavaria Vision 46
General
ManufacturerJeanneauBavaria
Year20222015–2019
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceGermany
DesignerMarc LombardFarr Yacht Design
Dimensions
LOA11.58 m (38.0 ft)14.27 m (46.8 ft)
LWL10.45 m (34.3 ft)12.50 m (41.0 ft)
Beam3.82 m (12.5 ft)4.38 m (14.4 ft)
Draft2.10 m (6.9 ft)2.15 m (7.1 ft)
Weight
Displacement7,200 kg (15,873 lbs)12,000 kg (26,455 lbs)
Ballast2,100 kg (4,630 lbs)3,800 kg (8,378 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area64.0 m² (689 ft²)95.0 m² (1,023 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine30 HP57 HP
Fuel Capacity100 L (26.4 gal)250 L (66.0 gal)
Water Capacity200 L (52.8 gal)450 L (118.9 gal)
Accommodation
Berths78
Cabins33

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
17.44
Bavaria Vision 46
18.41
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
29.17
Bavaria Vision 46
31.67
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
0.79
Bavaria Vision 46
0.77
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
15.94
Bavaria Vision 46
15.18

Detailed Comparison

The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and Bavaria Vision 46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria Vision 46 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Bavaria Vision 46 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.

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 Bavaria Vision 46 at 14.27m (46.8ft) with a 4.38m beam. The Bavaria Vision 46 is 2.69m longer than the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380. The Bavaria Vision 46 displaces approximately 67% 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 Bavaria Vision 46, with an SA/D of 18.41 and 95.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria Vision 46 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 Bavaria Vision 46 has a comfort ratio of 15.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.2% for the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and 31.7% for the Bavaria Vision 46, 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 Bavaria Vision 46 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 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 Bavaria Vision 46 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The Bavaria Vision 46 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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