Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
AIDAcara
AIDACosma
Gross Tonnage
AIDAcara
38,557 GT
AIDACosma
183,858 GT
Length
AIDAcara
193 m
AIDACosma
337 m
Beam
AIDAcara
28 m
AIDACosma
42 m
Passengers
AIDAcara
1,186
AIDACosma
5,200
Crew
AIDAcara
370
AIDACosma
1,550
Decks
AIDAcara
—
AIDACosma
—
Year Built
AIDAcara
1,996
AIDACosma
2,022
Space Ratio
AIDAcara
32.5 GT/pax
AIDACosma
35.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
AIDAcara
3.21 :1
AIDACosma
3.35 :1
| Specification | AIDAcara | AIDACosma |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | AIDA Cruises | AIDA Cruises |
| Class | Classic | Helios Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 1,996 | 2,022Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 38,557 GT | 183,858 GTWinner |
| Length | 193 m | 337 mWinner |
| Beam | 28 m | 42 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,186 | 5,200Winner |
| Crew | 370 | 1,550Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.5 GT/pax | 35.4 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.21:1Winner | 3.35:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Kvaerner Masa-Yards | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Italy | Italy |
| IMO Number | 9112789 | 9781865 |
AIDACosma is the significantly larger vessel at 183,858 GT — 377% more than AIDAcara's 38,557 GT. Built in 2022, AIDACosma is 26 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. AIDAcara edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.2:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | AIDACosma |
| Capacity | AIDACosma |
| Modernity | AIDACosma |
| Service | AIDAcara |
| Spaciousness | AIDACosma |
Bottom line: AIDACosma wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
AIDAcara
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good range of onboard options
AIDACosma
Large 5,200-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,200 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | — | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
