2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 vs Dufour 460 Grand Large — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 | Dufour 460 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Dufour |
| Year | 2022 | 2016–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Felci Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 14.15 m (46.4 ft) |
| LWL | 10.45 m (34.3 ft) | 12.65 m (41.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.82 m (12.5 ft) | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 3,400 kg (7,496 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 30 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 430 L (113.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and Dufour 460 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Dufour 460 Grand Large is a modern offering from Dufour from France. The 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Dufour 460 Grand Large was designed by Felci 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 Dufour 460 Grand Large at 14.15m (46.4ft) with a 4.35m beam. The Dufour 460 Grand Large is 2.57m longer than the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380. The Dufour 460 Grand Large displaces approximately 53% 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 Dufour 460 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 18.89 and 92.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 460 Grand Large 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 Dufour 460 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 13.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.2% for the 2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and 30.9% for the Dufour 460 Grand Large, 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 Dufour 460 Grand Large offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 430L water and 200L 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 Dufour 460 Grand Large has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Dufour 460 Grand Large 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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