2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 vs 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 | 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Pacific Seacraft |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1982–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | William Crealock |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.35 m (24.1 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 6.45 m (21.2 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) | 2.64 m (8.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.30 m (4.3 ft) | 1.14 m (3.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,950 kg (4,299 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 700 kg (1,543 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 28.5 m² (307 ft²) | 30.5 m² (328 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 25 L (6.6 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 is a 1980s offering from Pacific Seacraft from USA. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 was designed by William Crealock.
In terms of size, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 measures 7.35m (24.1ft) overall with a beam of 2.74m, compared to the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.64m beam. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 is 0.88m longer than the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 displaces approximately 63% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.56 and 28.5 m² of sail area. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27, with an SA/D of 14.35 and 30.5 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.88). The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 has a comfort ratio of 26.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 35.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and 42.9% for the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 50L of water capacity and 25L of fuel. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 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 Jeanneau Sun 2500 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 Jeanneau Sun 2500 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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