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)
Aurora
Azura
Gross Tonnage
Aurora
76,152 GT
Azura
115,055 GT
Length
Aurora
270 m
Azura
290 m
Beam
Aurora
32 m
Azura
36 m
Passengers
Aurora
1,874
Azura
3,100
Crew
Aurora
850
Azura
1,200
Decks
Aurora
—
Azura
—
Year Built
Aurora
2,000
Azura
2,010
Space Ratio
Aurora
40.6 GT/pax
Azura
37.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Aurora
2.20 :1
Azura
2.58 :1
| Specification | Aurora | Azura |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | P&O Cruises |
| Class | Oriana Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,000 | 2,010Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 76,152 GT | 115,055 GTWinner |
| Length | 270 m | 290 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 36 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,874 | 3,100Winner |
| Crew | 850 | 1,200Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 40.6 GT/paxWinner | 37.1 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.20:1Winner | 2.58:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Fincantieri |
| Flag | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| IMO Number | 9104005 | 9424883 |
Azura is the significantly larger vessel at 115,055 GT — 51% more than Aurora's 76,152 GT. Aurora offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.6 GT per passenger versus 37.1. Built in 2010, Azura is 10 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Azura |
| Capacity | Azura |
| Modernity | Azura |
| Service | Aurora |
| Spaciousness | Aurora |
Bottom line: Azura wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Aurora
41 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Premium onboard experience
Good range of onboard options
Azura
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,100-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,100 passengers means tons of activities
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 | 8.4 m | 8.7 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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