Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) vs 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 — Comparison
1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) | 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 2022 | 1997–2007 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Sweden |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 10.35 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.10 m (36.4 ft) | 8.85 m (29.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,600 kg (18,960 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,750 kg (6,063 lbs) | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 72.0 m² (775 ft²) | 53.0 m² (571 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) and 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 is a 1990s offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.99m, compared to the 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 at 10.35m (34.0ft) with a 3.34m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) is 2.00m longer than the 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) displaces approximately 48% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.43 and 72.0 m² of sail area. The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34, with an SA/D of 16.68 and 53.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 has a comfort ratio of 20.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 32.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) and 41.4% for the 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) 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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