Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) vs 1975 Ericson 25+ — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) | 1975 Ericson 25+ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Ericson |
| Year | 2019 | 1975–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Bruce King |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.44 m (31.0 ft) | 6.25 m (20.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) | 1,905 kg (4,200 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 726 kg (1,601 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 25.0 m² (269 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 23 L (6.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 1975 Ericson 25+ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1975 Ericson 25+ is a 1970s offering from Ericson from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1975 Ericson 25+ was designed by Bruce King.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) measures 10.34m (33.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.44m, compared to the 1975 Ericson 25+ at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is 2.72m longer than the 1975 Ericson 25+. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) displaces approximately 199% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.51 and 55.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Ericson 25+, with an SA/D of 16.54 and 25.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1975 Ericson 25+ has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 38.1% for the 1975 Ericson 25+, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The 1975 Ericson 25+ offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 45L water and 23L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Ericson 25+ 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 349 (2019) has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) 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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