2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2007–2015 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.25 m (40.2 ft) | 13.39 m (43.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 12.09 m (39.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 4.29 m (14.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,618 kg (18,999 lbs) | 9,900 kg (21,826 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is a 2000s design by Wauquiez from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S measures 12.25m (40.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 at 13.39m (43.9ft) with a 4.29m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is 1.14m longer than the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 displaces approximately 15% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.28 and 71.5 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440, with an SA/D of 18.07 and 82.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 has a comfort ratio of 14.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.80. The ballast ratios are 42.1% for the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and 31.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S 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 440 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 440 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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