Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 vs Hanse 445 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 | Hanse 445 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hanse |
| Year | 2019 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.42 m (47.3 ft) | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) |
| LWL | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 57 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 460 L (121.5 gal) | 370 L (97.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 and Hanse 445 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 445 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Hanse 445 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 measures 14.42m (47.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.49m, compared to the Hanse 445 at 13.50m (44.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 is 0.92m longer than the Hanse 445. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 displaces approximately 19% 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 Hanse 445, with an SA/D of 18.91 and 87.0 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 Hanse 445 has a comfort ratio of 15.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 and 31.7% for the Hanse 445, 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 Hanse 445 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 445 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: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 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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