2010 Elan 340 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
2010 Elan 340
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Elan 340 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Elan | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2010–2014 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Slovenia | France |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.00 m (29.5 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,750 kg (3,858 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Elan 340 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Elan 340 is a modern design by Elan from Slovenia, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2010 Elan 340 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2010 Elan 340 measures 10.36m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2010 Elan 340 is 1.06m longer than the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i. The 2010 Elan 340 displaces approximately 45% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Elan 340 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.31 and 55.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2010 Elan 340 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Elan 340 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.2% for the 2010 Elan 340 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Elan 340 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 160L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Elan 340 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 2010 Elan 340 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2010 Elan 340 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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