2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 vs 2004 Najad 405 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 | 2004 Najad 405 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Najad |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 2004–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Sweden |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.34 m (40.5 ft) | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) | 3.82 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,100 kg (17,857 lbs) | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 3,600 kg (7,937 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 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) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and 2004 Najad 405 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2004 Najad 405 is a 2000s offering from Najad from Sweden. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2004 Najad 405 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
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 2004 Najad 405 at 12.40m (40.7ft) with a 3.82m beam. The 2004 Najad 405 is 0.06m longer than the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409. The 2004 Najad 405 displaces approximately 14% 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 2004 Najad 405, with an SA/D of 16.89 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 2004 Najad 405 has a comfort ratio of 19.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and 39.1% for the 2004 Najad 405, 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 2004 Najad 405 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2004 Najad 405 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: The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 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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