2006 Najad 505 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Najad 505 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Najad | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2006–2012 | 2005–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.55 m (51.0 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 13.00 m (42.7 ft) | 12.25 m (40.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.50 m (14.8 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 15,500 kg (34,172 lbs) | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 3,250 kg (7,165 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) | 86.0 m² (926 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Najad 505 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Najad 505 is a 2000s design by Najad from Sweden, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2006 Najad 505 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2006 Najad 505 measures 15.55m (51.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.50m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 4.20m beam. The 2006 Najad 505 is 1.83m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45. The 2006 Najad 505 displaces approximately 48% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2006 Najad 505 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.65 and 108.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45, with an SA/D of 18.22 and 86.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2006 Najad 505 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 has a comfort ratio of 14.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 37.4% for the 2006 Najad 505 and 31.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2006 Najad 505 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 600L of water capacity and 350L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 400L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Najad 505 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 45 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 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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