2020 Bavaria C45 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 — Comparison
2020 Bavaria C45
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2020 Bavaria C45 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2020 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Cossutti Yacht Design | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 14.42 m (47.3 ft) |
| LWL | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,300 kg (7,275 lbs) | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 57 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 460 L (121.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2020 Bavaria C45 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2020 Bavaria C45 is a modern design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2020 Bavaria C45 was penned by Cossutti Yacht Design. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2020 Bavaria C45 measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.35m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 at 14.42m (47.3ft) with a 4.49m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 is 0.15m longer than the 2020 Bavaria C45. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 displaces approximately 9% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2020 Bavaria C45 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.89 and 92.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490, with an SA/D of 18.99 and 98.0 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 2020 Bavaria C45 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 has a comfort ratio of 13.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 30.0% for the 2020 Bavaria C45 and 31.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2020 Bavaria C45 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 460L water and 250L 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 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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