2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 vs Catalina 250 — Comparison
Catalina 250
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 | Catalina 250 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Catalina |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1994–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.35 m (24.1 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 6.45 m (21.2 ft) | 6.78 m (22.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) | 2.59 m (8.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.30 m (4.3 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,950 kg (4,299 lbs) | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 700 kg (1,543 lbs) | 612 kg (1,349 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 28.5 m² (307 ft²) | 24.5 m² (264 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 25 L (6.6 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | 42 L (11.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and Catalina 250 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Catalina 250 is a 1990s offering from Catalina from USA. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The Catalina 250 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 measures 7.35m (24.1ft) overall with a beam of 2.74m, compared to the Catalina 250 at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.59m beam. The Catalina 250 is 0.27m longer than the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 displaces approximately 23% 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 Catalina 250, with an SA/D of 18.30 and 24.5 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. 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 Catalina 250 has a comfort ratio of 13.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.89. The ballast ratios are 35.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and 38.5% for the Catalina 250, 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 Catalina 250 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 42L water and 30L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 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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