2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 vs Hanse 470 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 | Hanse 470 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 2013–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.32 m (47.0 ft) | 14.45 m (47.4 ft) |
| LWL | 12.55 m (41.2 ft) | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) | 4.42 m (14.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 11,800 kg (26,015 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,400 kg (7,496 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 190 L (50.2 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 380 L (100.4 gal) | 430 L (113.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 and Hanse 470 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 470 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Hanse 470 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 measures 14.32m (47.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.49m, compared to the Hanse 470 at 14.45m (47.4ft) with a 4.42m beam. The Hanse 470 is 0.13m longer than the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469. The Hanse 470 displaces approximately 3% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.14 and 96.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 470, with an SA/D of 18.81 and 96.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Hanse 470 has a comfort ratio of 14.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 and 31.4% for the Hanse 470, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 380L of water capacity and 190L of fuel. The Hanse 470 offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 430L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 470 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 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 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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