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 Europe
Gross Tonnage
AIDAnova
183,858 GT
MSC World Europe
215,863 GT
Length
AIDAnova
337 m
MSC World Europe
333 m
Beam
AIDAnova
42 m
MSC World Europe
47 m
Passengers
AIDAnova
5,200
MSC World Europe
6,774
Crew
AIDAnova
1,500
MSC World Europe
2,138
Decks
AIDAnova
—
MSC World Europe
—
Year Built
AIDAnova
2,018
MSC World Europe
2,024
Space Ratio
AIDAnova
35.4 GT/pax
MSC World Europe
31.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
AIDAnova
3.47 :1
MSC World Europe
3.17 :1
| Specification | AIDAnova | MSC World Europe |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | AIDA Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Helios Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,018 | 2,024Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 183,858 GT | 215,863 GTWinner |
| Length | 337 mWinner | 333 m |
| Beam | 42 m | 47 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 5,200 | 6,774Winner |
| Crew | 1,500 | 2,138Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 35.4 GT/paxWinner | 31.9 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.47:1 | 3.17:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Italy | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9781853 | 9908134 |
MSC World Europe 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 2024, MSC World Europe is 6 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC World Europe |
| Capacity | MSC World Europe |
| Modernity | MSC World Europe |
| Service | MSC World Europe |
| Spaciousness | AIDAnova |
Bottom line: MSC World Europe 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 Europe
Large 6,774-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,774 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2024 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 | — | — |
