Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i vs 2013 Dehler 41 — Comparison
2013 Dehler 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i | 2013 Dehler 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Dehler |
| Year | 2009–2014 | 2013–2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.75 m (45.1 ft) | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) |
| LWL | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.25 m (13.9 ft) | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 30 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 380 L (100.4 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i and 2013 Dehler 41 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2013 Dehler 41 is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2013 Dehler 41 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i measures 13.75m (45.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.25m, compared to the 2013 Dehler 41 at 12.35m (40.5ft) with a 3.80m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i is 1.40m longer than the 2013 Dehler 41. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i displaces approximately 31% 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 2013 Dehler 41, with an SA/D of 19.11 and 74.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2013 Dehler 41 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 2013 Dehler 41 has a comfort ratio of 15.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i and 33.3% for the 2013 Dehler 41, 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 2013 Dehler 41 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 170L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2013 Dehler 41 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 2013 Dehler 41 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 44i 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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