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Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated May 2026
Seabourn Quest is the larger vessel at 32,346 GT, 13% more than Black Watch's 28,613 GT. Seabourn Quest offers more personal space with a space ratio of 70.6 GT per passenger versus 35.6. Built in 2011, Seabourn Quest is 39 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
Score: 4 – 3
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Category
Black Watch
Seabourn Quest
Size
28,613 GT
32,346 GT
Passengers
804
458
Year Built
1972
2011
Crew Ratio
1:2.4
1:1.4
Space Ratio
35.6
70.6
Decks
—
—
Length
205m
198m
From Price
—
$4,949/pp
Comparison Verdict
Seabourn Quest is the larger vessel at 32,346 GT, 13% more than Black Watch's 28,613 GT. Seabourn Quest offers more personal space with a space ratio of 70.6 GT per passenger versus 35.6. Built in 2011, Seabourn Quest is 39 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Black Watch |
| Capacity | Black Watch |
| Modernity | Seabourn Quest |
| Service | Seabourn Quest |
| Spaciousness | Seabourn Quest |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Black Watch |
| Fleet Power | Black Watch |
Bottom line: Black Watch leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Black Watch for overall superiority; pick Seabourn Quest if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Seabourn Quest if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2011, 39yr newer)
- Size matters to you (32,346 GT)
- Better service ratio (1.4:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (70.6 GT/pax)
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Sailing Prices
| Black Watch | Seabourn Quest | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | — | $4,949 pp |
| Departing | — | Sep 13 |
| Duration | — | 7 nights |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data: gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better, more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices are sourced from Cruisebound and reflect real-time availability. They may change based on cabin type, date, and demand. Click through to see the latest fares.
Can I compare more than two ships?
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