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)
AIDAnova
MSC World America
Gross Tonnage
AIDAnova
183,858 GT
MSC World America
215,863 GT
Length
AIDAnova
337 m
MSC World America
333 m
Beam
AIDAnova
42 m
MSC World America
47 m
Passengers
AIDAnova
5,200
MSC World America
6,762
Crew
AIDAnova
1,500
MSC World America
2,138
Decks
AIDAnova
—
MSC World America
—
Year Built
AIDAnova
2,018
MSC World America
2,025
Space Ratio
AIDAnova
35.4 GT/pax
MSC World America
31.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
AIDAnova
3.47 :1
MSC World America
3.16 :1
| Specification | AIDAnova | MSC World America |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | AIDA Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Helios Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,018 | 2,025Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 183,858 GT | 215,863 GTWinner |
| Length | 337 mWinner | 333 m |
| Beam | 42 m | 47 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 5,200 | 6,762Winner |
| Crew | 1,500 | 2,138Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 35.4 GT/paxWinner | 31.9 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.47:1 | 3.16:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Italy | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9781853 | 9871645 |
MSC World America is the larger vessel at 215,863 GT — 17% more than AIDAnova's 183,858 GT. AIDAnova offers more personal space with a space ratio of 35.4 GT per passenger versus 31.9. Built in 2025, MSC World America is 7 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC World America |
| Capacity | MSC World America |
| Modernity | MSC World America |
| Service | MSC World America |
| Spaciousness | AIDAnova |
Bottom line: MSC World America wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
AIDAnova
Large 5,200-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,200 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2018 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
MSC World America
Large 6,762-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,762 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2025 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 | 9.4 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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