2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS — Comparison
2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2019 | 2008–2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.94 m (52.3 ft) | 16.60 m (54.5 ft) |
| LWL | 14.30 m (46.9 ft) | 14.60 m (47.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) | 16,800 kg (37,038 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 650 L (171.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 5 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 measures 15.94m (52.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.80m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS at 16.60m (54.5ft) with a 4.80m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS is 0.66m longer than the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS displaces approximately 24% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.35 and 108.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS, with an SA/D of 18.58 and 120.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 11.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS has a comfort ratio of 13.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 28.2% for the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 and 30.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 provides 10 berths in 5 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 650L water and 350L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 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 2019 Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 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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