Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2019 | 2008–2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.42 m (47.3 ft) | 16.60 m (54.5 ft) |
| LWL | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) | 14.60 m (47.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) | 16,800 kg (37,038 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 460 L (121.5 gal) | 650 L (171.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 measures 14.42m (47.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.49m, 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 2.18m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS displaces approximately 40% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.99 and 98.0 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). 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 31.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 and 30.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 460L of water capacity and 250L 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 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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