2007 Elan 310 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Elan 310 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Elan | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2007–2012 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Slovenia | France |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.34 m (30.6 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.10 m (26.6 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Elan 310 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Elan 310 is a 2000s design by Elan from Slovenia, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2007 Elan 310 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2007 Elan 310 measures 9.34m (30.6ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2007 Elan 310 is 0.04m longer than the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i. The 2007 Elan 310 displaces approximately 13% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2007 Elan 310 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.66 and 42.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2007 Elan 310 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2007 Elan 310 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 28.9% for the 2007 Elan 310 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2007 Elan 310 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Elan 310 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 2007 Elan 310 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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