2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 vs Catalina 28 — Comparison
Catalina 28
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 | Catalina 28 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Catalina |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1998–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.35 m (24.1 ft) | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) |
| LWL | 6.45 m (21.2 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) | 2.90 m (9.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.30 m (4.3 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,950 kg (4,299 lbs) | 2,812 kg (6,199 lbs) |
| Ballast | 700 kg (1,543 lbs) | 1,134 kg (2,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 28.5 m² (307 ft²) | 33.5 m² (361 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 25 L (6.6 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and Catalina 28 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Catalina 28 is a 1990s offering from Catalina from USA. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The Catalina 28 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 28 at 8.69m (28.5ft) with a 2.90m beam. The Catalina 28 is 1.34m longer than the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500. The Catalina 28 displaces approximately 44% 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 28, with an SA/D of 17.09 and 33.5 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 28 has a comfort ratio of 16.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.82. The ballast ratios are 35.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun 2500 and 40.3% for the Catalina 28, 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 28 offers 6 berths in 1 cabin with 95L water and 57L 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 Catalina 28 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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