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)
Amsterdam
Zuiderdam
Gross Tonnage
Amsterdam
62,735 GT
Zuiderdam
82,305 GT
Length
Amsterdam
238 m
Zuiderdam
285 m
Beam
Amsterdam
32 m
Zuiderdam
32 m
Passengers
Amsterdam
1,380
Zuiderdam
1,916
Crew
Amsterdam
615
Zuiderdam
817
Decks
Amsterdam
—
Zuiderdam
—
Year Built
Amsterdam
2,000
Zuiderdam
2,002
Space Ratio
Amsterdam
45.5 GT/pax
Zuiderdam
43.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Amsterdam
2.24 :1
Zuiderdam
2.35 :1
| Specification | Amsterdam | Zuiderdam |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Holland America Line | Holland America Line |
| Class | R Class | Vista Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,000 | 2,002Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 62,735 GT | 82,305 GTWinner |
| Length | 238 m | 285 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 32 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,380 | 1,916Winner |
| Crew | 615 | 817Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 45.5 GT/paxWinner | 43.0 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.24:1Winner | 2.35:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Netherlands | Netherlands |
| IMO Number | 9188037 | 9244728 |
Zuiderdam is the significantly larger vessel at 82,305 GT — 31% more than Amsterdam's 62,735 GT. Built in 2002, Zuiderdam is 2 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Amsterdam edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.2:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Zuiderdam |
| Capacity | Zuiderdam |
| Modernity | Zuiderdam |
| Service | Amsterdam |
| Spaciousness | Amsterdam |
Bottom line: Zuiderdam wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Amsterdam
45 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Premium onboard experience
Good range of onboard options
Zuiderdam
43 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Premium onboard experience
Good range of onboard options
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