Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 vs 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 | 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2019 | 2014–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | Nauta Design / Finot-Conq |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.42 m (47.3 ft) | 14.60 m (47.9 ft) |
| LWL | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) | 4.56 m (15.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 57 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 460 L (121.5 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 and 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 was designed by Nauta Design / Finot-Conq.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 measures 14.42m (47.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.49m, compared to the 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 at 14.60m (47.9ft) with a 4.56m beam. The 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 is 0.18m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 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 490 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.99 and 98.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 98.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 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 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 has a comfort ratio of 12.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 31.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 and 30.4% for the 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48, 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 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 400L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 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 2014 Beneteau Oceanis 48 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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