1994 Hylas 42 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1994 Hylas 42 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hylas | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1994–2004 | 2009–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Taiwan | France |
| Designer | German Frers | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 13.75 m (45.1 ft) |
| LWL | 10.52 m (34.5 ft) | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 4.25 m (13.9 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 74.3 m² (800 ft²) | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1994 Hylas 42 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1994 Hylas 42 is a 1990s design by Hylas from Taiwan, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1994 Hylas 42 was penned by German Frers. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 1994 Hylas 42 measures 12.80m (42.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i at 13.75m (45.1ft) with a 4.25m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i is 0.95m longer than the 1994 Hylas 42. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i displaces approximately 7% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1994 Hylas 42 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.80 and 74.3 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i, with an SA/D of 18.36 and 85.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1994 Hylas 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i has a comfort ratio of 14.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 40.5% for the 1994 Hylas 42 and 31.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1994 Hylas 42 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1994 Hylas 42 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 44i 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 44i 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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