Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 vs Bavaria Vision 42 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 | Bavaria Vision 42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2018 | 2013–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.39 m (43.9 ft) | 12.99 m (42.6 ft) |
| LWL | 12.09 m (39.7 ft) | 11.20 m (36.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.29 m (14.1 ft) | 4.06 m (13.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,900 kg (21,826 lbs) | 9,500 kg (20,944 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 80.0 m² (861 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 45 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 380 L (100.4 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and Bavaria Vision 42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria Vision 42 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Bavaria Vision 42 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 measures 13.39m (43.9ft) overall with a beam of 4.29m, compared to the Bavaria Vision 42 at 12.99m (42.6ft) with a 4.06m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is 0.40m longer than the Bavaria Vision 42. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 displaces approximately 4% 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 Bavaria Vision 42, with an SA/D of 18.12 and 80.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria Vision 42 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 Bavaria Vision 42 has a comfort ratio of 16.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 31.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 and 31.6% for the Bavaria Vision 42, 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 Bavaria Vision 42 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Vision 42 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 Bavaria Vision 42 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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