2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 vs Hunter 170 — Comparison
Hunter 170
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 | Hunter 170 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hunter |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1996–2009 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Hunter Design Team |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.35 m (24.1 ft) | 5.18 m (17.0 ft) |
| LWL | 6.45 m (21.2 ft) | 4.57 m (15.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.30 m (4.3 ft) | 0.84 m (2.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,950 kg (4,299 lbs) | 295 kg (650 lbs) |
| Ballast | 700 kg (1,543 lbs) | 59 kg (130 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 28.5 m² (307 ft²) | 11.2 m² (121 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Centerboard |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 25 L (6.6 gal) | — |
| Water Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | — |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | — |
| Cabins | 1 | — |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and Hunter 170 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hunter 170 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The Hunter 170 was designed by Hunter Design Team.
In terms of size, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 measures 7.35m (24.1ft) overall with a beam of 2.74m, compared to the Hunter 170 at 5.18m (17.0ft) with a 1.98m beam. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 is 2.17m longer than the Hunter 170. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 displaces approximately 561% 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 Hunter 170, with an SA/D of 25.70 and 11.2 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Hunter 170 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 Hunter 170 has a comfort ratio of 8.1 and a capsize screening value of 1.19. The ballast ratios are 35.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and 20.0% for the Hunter 170, 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 Hunter 170 offers an unspecified number of berths with unspecified water tankage and unspecified fuel.
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 Hunter 170 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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