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)
Arcadia
Aurora
Gross Tonnage
Arcadia
83,781 GT
Aurora
76,152 GT
Length
Arcadia
285 m
Aurora
270 m
Beam
Arcadia
32 m
Aurora
32 m
Passengers
Arcadia
2,094
Aurora
1,874
Crew
Arcadia
866
Aurora
850
Decks
Arcadia
—
Aurora
—
Year Built
Arcadia
2,005
Aurora
2,000
Space Ratio
Arcadia
40.0 GT/pax
Aurora
40.6 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Arcadia
2.42 :1
Aurora
2.20 :1
| Specification | Arcadia | Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | P&O Cruises |
| Class | Vista Class | Oriana Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,005Winner | 2,000 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 83,781 GTWinner | 76,152 GT |
| Length | 285 mWinner | 270 m |
| Beam | 32 m | 32 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,094Winner | 1,874 |
| Crew | 866Winner | 850 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 40.0 GT/pax | 40.6 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.42:1 | 2.20:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| IMO Number | 9169524 | 9104005 |
Arcadia is the larger vessel at 83,781 GT — 10% more than Aurora's 76,152 GT. Built in 2005, Arcadia is 5 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Aurora edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.2:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Arcadia |
| Capacity | Arcadia |
| Modernity | Arcadia |
| Service | Aurora |
| Spaciousness | Aurora |
Bottom line: Arcadia wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Arcadia
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
40 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good range of onboard options
Good value for money
Aurora
41 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Premium onboard experience
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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