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)
Arvia
MSC World America
Gross Tonnage
Arvia
184,700 GT
MSC World America
215,863 GT
Length
Arvia
345 m
MSC World America
333 m
Beam
Arvia
42 m
MSC World America
47 m
Passengers
Arvia
5,200
MSC World America
6,762
Crew
Arvia
1,800
MSC World America
2,138
Decks
Arvia
—
MSC World America
—
Year Built
Arvia
2,022
MSC World America
2,025
Space Ratio
Arvia
35.5 GT/pax
MSC World America
31.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Arvia
2.89 :1
MSC World America
3.16 :1
| Specification | Arvia | MSC World America |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Excellence Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,022 | 2,025Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 184,700 GT | 215,863 GTWinner |
| Length | 345 mWinner | 333 m |
| Beam | 42 m | 47 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 5,200 | 6,762Winner |
| Crew | 1,800 | 2,138Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 35.5 GT/paxWinner | 31.9 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.89:1Winner | 3.16:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | United Kingdom | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9855669 | 9871645 |
MSC World America is the larger vessel at 215,863 GT — 17% more than Arvia's 184,700 GT. Arvia offers more personal space with a space ratio of 35.5 GT per passenger versus 31.9. Built in 2025, MSC World America is 3 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 | Arvia |
| Spaciousness | Arvia |
Bottom line: MSC World America wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Arvia
Large 5,200-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,200 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
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
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| Draft | 8.6 m | 9.4 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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