1991 Westerly Seahawk vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
1991 Westerly Seahawk
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1991 Westerly Seahawk | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Westerly | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1991–1997 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | France |
| Designer | Ed Dubois | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 220 L (58.1 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 5 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1991 Westerly Seahawk and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk is a 1990s design by Westerly from UK, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk was penned by Ed Dubois. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1991 Westerly Seahawk measures 10.36m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk is 1.06m longer than the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk displaces approximately 53% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1991 Westerly Seahawk has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.57 and 48.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1991 Westerly Seahawk offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.8% for the 1991 Westerly Seahawk and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1991 Westerly Seahawk provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 220L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk 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 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk 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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