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)
Azura
Sapphire Princess
Gross Tonnage
Azura
115,055 GT
Sapphire Princess
115,875 GT
Length
Azura
290 m
Sapphire Princess
290 m
Beam
Azura
36 m
Sapphire Princess
38 m
Passengers
Azura
3,100
Sapphire Princess
2,670
Crew
Azura
1,200
Sapphire Princess
1,100
Decks
Azura
—
Sapphire Princess
—
Year Built
Azura
2,010
Sapphire Princess
2,004
Space Ratio
Azura
37.1 GT/pax
Sapphire Princess
43.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Azura
2.58 :1
Sapphire Princess
2.43 :1
| Specification | Azura | Sapphire Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises | Princess Cruises |
| Class | Grand Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,010Winner | 2,004 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 115,055 GT | 115,875 GTWinner |
| Length | 290 m | 290 m |
| Beam | 36 m | 38 mWinner |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,100Winner | 2,670 |
| Crew | 1,200Winner | 1,100 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 37.1 GT/pax | 43.4 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.58:1 | 2.43:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | MHI Nagasaki |
| Flag | United Kingdom | Bermuda |
| IMO Number | 9424883 | 9228198 |
Sapphire Princess offers more personal space with a space ratio of 43.4 GT per passenger versus 37.1. Built in 2010, Azura is 6 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Sapphire Princess edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Sapphire Princess |
| Capacity | Azura |
| Modernity | Azura |
| Service | Sapphire Princess |
| Spaciousness | Sapphire Princess |
Bottom line: Sapphire Princess wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
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
Sapphire Princess
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
43 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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