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
Carnival Horizon
Gross Tonnage
Arcadia
83,781 GT
Carnival Horizon
133,500 GT
Length
Arcadia
285 m
Carnival Horizon
323 m
Beam
Arcadia
32 m
Carnival Horizon
37 m
Passengers
Arcadia
2,094
Carnival Horizon
3,954
Crew
Arcadia
866
Carnival Horizon
1,450
Decks
Arcadia
—
Carnival Horizon
—
Year Built
Arcadia
2,005
Carnival Horizon
2,018
Space Ratio
Arcadia
40.0 GT/pax
Carnival Horizon
33.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Arcadia
2.42 :1
Carnival Horizon
2.73 :1
| Specification | Arcadia | Carnival Horizon |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Class | Vista Class | Vista Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,005 | 2,018Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 83,781 GT | 133,500 GTWinner |
| Length | 285 m | 323 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 37 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,094 | 3,954Winner |
| Crew | 866 | 1,450Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 40.0 GT/paxWinner | 33.8 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.42:1Winner | 2.73:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | United Kingdom | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9169524 | 9767091 |
Carnival Horizon is the significantly larger vessel at 133,500 GT — 59% more than Arcadia's 83,781 GT. Arcadia offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.0 GT per passenger versus 33.8. Built in 2018, Carnival Horizon is 13 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Horizon |
| Capacity | Carnival Horizon |
| Modernity | Carnival Horizon |
| Service | Arcadia |
| Spaciousness | Arcadia |
Bottom line: Carnival Horizon 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
Carnival Horizon
Built in 2018 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Large 3,954-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,954 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | — | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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