2018 Hanse 548 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 Hanse 548 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2018 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.35 m (53.6 ft) | 14.42 m (47.3 ft) |
| LWL | 14.80 m (48.6 ft) | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 16,000 kg (35,274 lbs) | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 122.0 m² (1,313 ft²) | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 80 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 270 L (71.3 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 460 L (121.5 gal) | 460 L (121.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2018 Hanse 548 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2018 Hanse 548 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2018 Hanse 548 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2018 Hanse 548 measures 16.35m (53.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.80m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 at 14.42m (47.3ft) with a 4.49m beam. The 2018 Hanse 548 is 1.93m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490. The 2018 Hanse 548 displaces approximately 33% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 Hanse 548 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.52 and 122.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490, with an SA/D of 18.99 and 98.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2018 Hanse 548 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 Hanse 548 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 has a comfort ratio of 13.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2018 Hanse 548 and 31.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 Hanse 548 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 460L of water capacity and 270L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 460L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 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 2018 Hanse 548 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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