2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 vs Bavaria 44 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 | Bavaria 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2016–2021 | 2002–2007 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.75 m (51.7 ft) | 13.55 m (44.5 ft) |
| LWL | 14.30 m (46.9 ft) | 11.82 m (38.8 ft) |
| Beam | 4.77 m (15.6 ft) | 4.18 m (13.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 112.0 m² (1,206 ft²) | 86.0 m² (926 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 220 L (58.1 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 5 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 and Bavaria 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria 44 is a 2000s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Bavaria 44 was designed by J&J Design.
In terms of size, the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 measures 15.75m (51.7ft) overall with a beam of 4.77m, compared to the Bavaria 44 at 13.55m (44.5ft) with a 4.18m beam. The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 is 2.20m longer than the Bavaria 44. The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 displaces approximately 37% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.58 and 112.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria 44, with an SA/D of 18.57 and 86.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Bavaria 44 has a comfort ratio of 15.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.0% for the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 and 31.4% for the Bavaria 44, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 provides 10 berths in 5 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 220L of fuel. The Bavaria 44 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 400L water and 230L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria 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 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 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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