Hunter 212 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Hunter 212
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 212 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2003–2008 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.35 m (20.8 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 5.56 m (18.2 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 2.26 m (7.4 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 0.99 m (3.2 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 680 kg (1,499 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 168 kg (370 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 16.0 m² (172 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Centerboard | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 4 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 3 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 212 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 212 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Hunter 212 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Hunter 212 measures 6.35m (20.8ft) overall with a beam of 2.26m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is 2.95m longer than the Hunter 212. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i displaces approximately 488% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 212 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 21.04 and 16.0 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 Hunter 212 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 212 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 10.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.03). 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 24.7% for the Hunter 212 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 212 provides 3 berths in 1 cabin with 15L of water capacity and unspecified fuel capacity. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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 Hunter 212 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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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