Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS vs Hanse 588 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS | Hanse 588 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2005–2010 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.38 m (50.5 ft) | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) |
| LWL | 13.45 m (44.1 ft) | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.58 m (15.0 ft) | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 104.0 m² (1,119 ft²) | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 700 L (184.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS and Hanse 588 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 588 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS was penned by Philippe Briand. The Hanse 588 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
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 Hanse 588 at 17.55m (57.6ft) with a 5.09m beam. The Hanse 588 is 2.17m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS. The Hanse 588 displaces approximately 31% 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 Hanse 588, with an SA/D of 20.40 and 143.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Hanse 588 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 Hanse 588 has a comfort ratio of 12.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 29.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS and 32.6% for the Hanse 588, 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 Hanse 588 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 700L water and 400L 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 Hanse 588 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 588 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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