1997 Dufour 30 Classic vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1997 Dufour 30 Classic | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1997–2003 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.15 m (30.0 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| LWL | 7.80 m (25.6 ft) | 9.44 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.0 m² (431 ft²) | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 90 L (23.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1997 Dufour 30 Classic and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1997 Dufour 30 Classic is a 1990s design by Dufour from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1997 Dufour 30 Classic was penned by Umberto Felci. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic measures 9.15m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) at 10.34m (33.9ft) with a 3.44m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is 1.19m longer than the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) displaces approximately 50% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.69 and 40.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019), with an SA/D of 17.51 and 55.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has a comfort ratio of 17.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 36.8% for the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic and 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019), reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 90L of water capacity and 50L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1997 Dufour 30 Classic 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 349 (2019) 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 349 (2019) 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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