Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 2008–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 measures 9.72m (31.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i at 9.96m (32.7ft) with a 3.34m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is 0.24m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i displaces approximately 31% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, with an SA/D of 16.46 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i 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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