2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 vs 1998 Feeling 44 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 | 1998 Feeling 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Feeling |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1998–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Philippe Harlé / Mortain & Mavrikios |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.34 m (40.5 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 11.50 m (37.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,100 kg (17,857 lbs) | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and 1998 Feeling 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1998 Feeling 44 is a 1990s offering from Feeling from France. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 was penned by Philippe Briand. The 1998 Feeling 44 was designed by Philippe Harlé / Mortain & Mavrikios.
In terms of size, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 measures 12.34m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.99m, compared to the 1998 Feeling 44 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 4.10m beam. The 1998 Feeling 44 is 1.07m longer than the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409. The 1998 Feeling 44 displaces approximately 30% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.01 and 71.5 m² of sail area. The 1998 Feeling 44, with an SA/D of 17.37 and 82.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 1998 Feeling 44 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and 38.1% for the 1998 Feeling 44, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 1998 Feeling 44 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 400L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Feeling 44 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 Odyssey 409 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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