Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i vs Bavaria C42 — Comparison
Bavaria C42
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i | Bavaria C42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2009–2014 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | cossutti yacht design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.75 m (45.1 ft) | 12.88 m (42.3 ft) |
| LWL | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.25 m (13.9 ft) | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 2,750 kg (6,063 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) | 76.0 m² (818 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 380 L (100.4 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i and Bavaria C42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria C42 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i was penned by Philippe Briand. The Bavaria C42 was designed by cossutti yacht design.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i measures 13.75m (45.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.25m, compared to the Bavaria C42 at 12.88m (42.3ft) with a 4.09m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i is 0.87m longer than the Bavaria C42. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i displaces approximately 15% 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 Bavaria C42, with an SA/D of 17.98 and 76.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. 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 Bavaria C42 has a comfort ratio of 15.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i and 30.9% for the Bavaria C42, 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 Bavaria C42 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 340L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria C42 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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