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
Ventura
Gross Tonnage
Aurora
76,152 GT
Ventura
116,017 GT
Length
Aurora
270 m
Ventura
290 m
Beam
Aurora
32 m
Ventura
36 m
Passengers
Aurora
1,874
Ventura
3,078
Crew
Aurora
850
Ventura
1,200
Decks
Aurora
—
Ventura
—
Year Built
Aurora
2,000
Ventura
2,008
Space Ratio
Aurora
40.6 GT/pax
Ventura
37.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Aurora
2.20 :1
Ventura
2.57 :1
| Specification | Aurora | Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | P&O Cruises |
| Class | Oriana Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,000 | 2,008Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 76,152 GT | 116,017 GTWinner |
| Length | 270 m | 290 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 36 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,874 | 3,078Winner |
| Crew | 850 | 1,200Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 40.6 GT/paxWinner | 37.7 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.20:1Winner | 2.57:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Fincantieri |
| Flag | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| IMO Number | 9104005 | 9333175 |
Ventura is the significantly larger vessel at 116,017 GT — 52% more than Aurora's 76,152 GT. Built in 2008, Ventura is 8 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 | Ventura |
| Capacity | Ventura |
| Modernity | Ventura |
| Service | Aurora |
| Spaciousness | Aurora |
Bottom line: Ventura 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
Ventura
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,078-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,078 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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