2013 Beneteau Sense 50 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2013–2018 | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Berret-Racoupeau | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.42 m (50.6 ft) | 15.38 m (50.5 ft) |
| LWL | 13.80 m (45.3 ft) | 13.45 m (44.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.70 m (15.4 ft) | 4.58 m (15.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 105.0 m² (1,130 ft²) | 104.0 m² (1,119 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 was penned by Berret-Racoupeau. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 measures 15.42m (50.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.70m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS at 15.38m (50.5ft) with a 4.58m beam. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 is 0.04m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.36 and 105.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS, with an SA/D of 17.77 and 104.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS has a comfort ratio of 14.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 and 29.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS 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 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 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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