Sun Odyssey 379 vs Dufour 382
French ~38-foot production rivals: Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 379's bright social cockpit versus Dufour 382's layout options and Mediterranean listing depth. Side-by-side specs from published model data.
French production rivals — book advisory if charter wear vs private ownership history is unclear on listings. Buyer advisory
Comparison table
| Category | Sun Odyssey 379 | Dufour 382 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 11.34 m | 11.25 m |
| Beam | 3.76 m | 3.85 m |
| Production years | 2011–2015 | 2014–2019 |
| Overview | Before stepping aboard a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 379, look under the stern: the number of rudder blades tells you more about the boat than any brochure. One deep rudder marks the performance cruiser near 1.95 m draft. | When you first step into a Dufour 382 salon, you may not find the galley where you expect it. Instead of the classic corner by the companionway, the kitchen can run the full length of the port side, like an open loft. |
| Typical issues | Q: Why is a listing that says "2012–..." or leaves the end year open not enough for a Sun Odyssey 379? A: The yard window for this form is 2011–2015. Cards often start in 2012 or leave the end blank; from 2016 the same platform is sold as Sun Odyssey 389. | Q: Why is a listing that says "2014–..." with an empty end year, or quotes 11.67 m, not enough for a Dufour 382? A: The yard window for this form is 2014–2019. Cards often leave the end blank or quote 11.67 m with bowsprit instead of hull 11.25 m; after 2019 the market also carries the 390. |