2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 vs Hanse 415 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 | Hanse 415 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2002–2007 | 2011–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.87 m (32.4 ft) | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.45 m (27.7 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.5 m² (522 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 310 L (81.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 and Hanse 415 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 415 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hanse 415 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 measures 9.87m (32.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the Hanse 415 at 12.40m (40.7ft) with a 3.96m beam. The Hanse 415 is 2.53m longer than the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32. The Hanse 415 displaces approximately 89% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.08 and 48.5 m² of sail area. The Hanse 415, with an SA/D of 17.81 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The Hanse 415 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 35.6% for the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 and 31.2% for the Hanse 415, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 130L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The Hanse 415 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 310L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 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 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 415 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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