2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS vs Dufour 44 — Comparison
Dufour 44
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS | Dufour 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Dufour |
| Year | 2006–2011 | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) | 13.20 m (43.3 ft) |
| LWL | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 9,500 kg (20,944 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 77.0 m² (829 ft²) | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 54 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS and Dufour 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Dufour 44 is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS was penned by Philippe Briand. The Dufour 44 was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS measures 12.85m (42.2ft) overall with a beam of 4.10m, compared to the Dufour 44 at 13.20m (43.3ft) with a 4.10m beam. The Dufour 44 is 0.35m longer than the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS. The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS displaces approximately 0% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.41 and 77.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 44, with an SA/D of 18.57 and 82.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 44 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Dufour 44 has a comfort ratio of 15.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 33.3% for the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS and 31.6% for the Dufour 44, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 170L of fuel. The Dufour 44 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 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 Dufour 44 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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