Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS vs 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS | 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2005–2010 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Finot-Conq |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.38 m (50.5 ft) | 13.94 m (45.7 ft) |
| LWL | 13.45 m (44.1 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.58 m (15.0 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 104.0 m² (1,119 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 330 L (87.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS and 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 was designed by Finot-Conq.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS measures 15.38m (50.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.58m, compared to the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 at 13.94m (45.7ft) with a 4.49m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS is 1.44m longer than the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS displaces approximately 44% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.77 and 104.0 m² of sail area. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45, with an SA/D of 19.13 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 has a comfort ratio of 12.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 29.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS and 30.7% for the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 500L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 330L water and 180L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS 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 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 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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