2004 Hunter 466 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS — Comparison
2004 Hunter 466
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2004 Hunter 466 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.17 m (46.5 ft) | 15.38 m (50.5 ft) |
| LWL | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 13.45 m (44.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.37 m (14.3 ft) | 4.58 m (15.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,247 kg (27,000 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 90.5 m² (974 ft²) | 104.0 m² (1,119 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2004 Hunter 466 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2004 Hunter 466 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2004 Hunter 466 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2004 Hunter 466 measures 14.17m (46.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.37m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS at 15.38m (50.5ft) with a 4.58m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS is 1.21m longer than the 2004 Hunter 466. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS displaces approximately 18% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2004 Hunter 466 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.30 and 90.5 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS, with an SA/D of 17.77 and 104.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2004 Hunter 466 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS has a comfort ratio of 14.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 33.3% for the 2004 Hunter 466 and 29.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2004 Hunter 466 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2004 Hunter 466 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 50 DS 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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