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
AIDAstella
Gross Tonnage
AIDAcara
38,557 GT
AIDAstella
71,304 GT
Length
AIDAcara
193 m
AIDAstella
253 m
Beam
AIDAcara
28 m
AIDAstella
32 m
Passengers
AIDAcara
1,186
AIDAstella
2,194
Crew
AIDAcara
370
AIDAstella
611
Decks
AIDAcara
—
AIDAstella
—
Year Built
AIDAcara
1,996
AIDAstella
2,013
Space Ratio
AIDAcara
32.5 GT/pax
AIDAstella
32.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
AIDAcara
3.21 :1
AIDAstella
3.59 :1
| Specification | AIDAcara | AIDAstella |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | AIDA Cruises | AIDA Cruises |
| Class | Classic | Sphinx Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 1,996 | 2,013Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 38,557 GT | 71,304 GTWinner |
| Length | 193 m | 253 mWinner |
| Beam | 28 m | 32 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,186 | 2,194Winner |
| Crew | 370 | 611Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.5 GT/paxWinner | 32.5 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.21:1Winner | 3.59:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Kvaerner Masa-Yards | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Italy | Italy |
| IMO Number | 9112789 | 9490026 |
AIDAstella is the significantly larger vessel at 71,304 GT — 85% more than AIDAcara's 38,557 GT. Built in 2013, AIDAstella is 17 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 | AIDAstella |
| Capacity | AIDAstella |
| Modernity | AIDAstella |
| Service | AIDAcara |
| Spaciousness | AIDAcara |
Bottom line: AIDAstella wins more categories (3 vs 2), 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
AIDAstella
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Comfortable atmosphere for two
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| Draft | — | 7.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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