2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2008–2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 16.60 m (54.5 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 14.60 m (47.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 16,800 kg (37,038 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 650 L (171.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.35m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS at 16.60m (54.5ft) with a 4.80m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS is 2.33m longer than the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS displaces approximately 46% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.34 and 92.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS, with an SA/D of 18.58 and 120.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS has a comfort ratio of 13.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and 30.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 650L water and 350L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser 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 54 DS 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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