2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2000–2005 | 2007–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | J&J Design | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.93 m (35.9 ft) |
| LWL | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.17 m (10.4 ft) | 3.59 m (11.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.0 m² (474 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L (14.5 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser was penned by J&J Design. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.17m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i at 10.93m (35.9ft) with a 3.59m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is 1.48m longer than the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i displaces approximately 48% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.18 and 44.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 35.7% for the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser and 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 230L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser 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 2000 Bavaria 30 Cruiser has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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