Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 vs 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 — Comparison
2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 | 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2018 | 2012–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Finot-Conq |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.39 m (43.9 ft) | 12.43 m (40.8 ft) |
| LWL | 12.09 m (39.7 ft) | 10.89 m (35.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.29 m (14.1 ft) | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,900 kg (21,826 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 45 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 380 L (100.4 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 was designed by Finot-Conq.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 measures 13.39m (43.9ft) overall with a beam of 4.29m, compared to the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 at 12.43m (40.8ft) with a 3.99m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is 0.96m longer than the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.07 and 82.0 m² of sail area. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41, with an SA/D of 18.05 and 74.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 has a comfort ratio of 16.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and 30.6% for the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 250L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 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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