2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison

2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
VS
2016 Dehler 30 OD

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 4092016 Dehler 30 OD
General
ManufacturerJeanneauDehler
Year2010–20162016
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceGermany
DesignerPhilippe BriandJudel/Vrolijk
Dimensions
LOA12.34 m (40.5 ft)9.45 m (31.0 ft)
LWL10.82 m (35.5 ft)8.60 m (28.2 ft)
Beam3.99 m (13.1 ft)2.98 m (9.8 ft)
Draft2.10 m (6.9 ft)1.95 m (6.4 ft)
Weight
Displacement8,100 kg (17,857 lbs)3,700 kg (8,157 lbs)
Ballast2,500 kg (5,512 lbs)1,350 kg (2,976 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area71.5 m² (770 ft²)46.0 m² (495 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine40 HP15 HP
Fuel Capacity120 L (31.7 gal)35 L (9.2 gal)
Water Capacity250 L (66.0 gal)60 L (15.9 gal)
Accommodation
Berths84
Cabins31

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
18.01
2016 Dehler 30 OD
19.54
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
30.86
2016 Dehler 30 OD
36.49
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
0.80
2016 Dehler 30 OD
0.77
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409
15.49
2016 Dehler 30 OD
16.93

Detailed Comparison

The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 is 2.89m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 displaces approximately 119% 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the 2010 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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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