Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i vs 2008 Contest 50CS — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i | 2008 Contest 50CS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Contest |
| Year | 2009–2014 | 2008–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Netherlands |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Dick Zaal |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.75 m (45.1 ft) | 15.25 m (50.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.25 m (13.9 ft) | 4.40 m (14.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) | 16,500 kg (36,376 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Steel |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 380 L (100.4 gal) | 700 L (184.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i and 2008 Contest 50CS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2008 Contest 50CS is a 2000s offering from Contest from Netherlands. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2008 Contest 50CS was designed by Dick Zaal.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i measures 13.75m (45.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.25m, compared to the 2008 Contest 50CS at 15.25m (50.0ft) with a 4.40m beam. The 2008 Contest 50CS is 1.50m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i. The 2008 Contest 50CS displaces approximately 62% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.36 and 85.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Contest 50CS, with an SA/D of 16.92 and 108.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The 2008 Contest 50CS has a comfort ratio of 19.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i and 37.6% for the 2008 Contest 50CS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 2008 Contest 50CS offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 700L water and 450L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Contest 50CS 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 44i 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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