2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison

2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
VS
2016 Dehler 30 OD

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 3802016 Dehler 30 OD
General
ManufacturerJeanneauDehler
Year20222016
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceGermany
DesignerMarc LombardJudel/Vrolijk
Dimensions
LOA11.58 m (38.0 ft)9.45 m (31.0 ft)
LWL10.45 m (34.3 ft)8.60 m (28.2 ft)
Beam3.82 m (12.5 ft)2.98 m (9.8 ft)
Draft2.10 m (6.9 ft)1.95 m (6.4 ft)
Weight
Displacement7,200 kg (15,873 lbs)3,700 kg (8,157 lbs)
Ballast2,100 kg (4,630 lbs)1,350 kg (2,976 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area64.0 m² (689 ft²)46.0 m² (495 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine30 HP15 HP
Fuel Capacity100 L (26.4 gal)35 L (9.2 gal)
Water Capacity200 L (52.8 gal)60 L (15.9 gal)
Accommodation
Berths74
Cabins31

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
17.44
2016 Dehler 30 OD
19.54
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
29.17
2016 Dehler 30 OD
36.49
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
0.79
2016 Dehler 30 OD
0.77
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380
15.94
2016 Dehler 30 OD
16.93

Detailed Comparison

The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.

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 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 is 2.13m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 displaces approximately 95% 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.2% for the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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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