Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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across 5 categories
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)
Anthem of the Seas
MSC World America
Gross Tonnage
Anthem of the Seas
168,666 GT
MSC World America
215,863 GT
Length
Anthem of the Seas
348 m
MSC World America
333 m
Beam
Anthem of the Seas
41 m
MSC World America
47 m
Passengers
Anthem of the Seas
4,180
MSC World America
6,762
Crew
Anthem of the Seas
1,500
MSC World America
2,138
Decks
Anthem of the Seas
—
MSC World America
—
Year Built
Anthem of the Seas
2,015
MSC World America
2,025
Space Ratio
Anthem of the Seas
40.4 GT/pax
MSC World America
31.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Anthem of the Seas
2.79 :1
MSC World America
3.16 :1
| Specification | Anthem of the Seas | MSC World America |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Quantum Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,015 | 2,025Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 168,666 GT | 215,863 GTWinner |
| Length | 348 mWinner | 333 m |
| Beam | 41 m | 47 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,180 | 6,762Winner |
| Crew | 1,500 | 2,138Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 40.4 GT/paxWinner | 31.9 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.79:1Winner | 3.16:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9656096 | 9871645 |
MSC World America is the significantly larger vessel at 215,863 GT — 28% more than Anthem of the Seas's 168,666 GT. Anthem of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.4 GT per passenger versus 31.9. Built in 2025, MSC World America is 10 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 | Anthem of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Anthem of the Seas |
Bottom line: MSC World America wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Anthem of the Seas
4,180 passengers means tons of activities
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 4,180-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
40 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
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
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 8.8 m | 9.4 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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