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)
Borealis
MSC Musica
Gross Tonnage
Borealis
63,458 GT
MSC Musica
92,409 GT
Length
Borealis
238 m
MSC Musica
293 m
Beam
Borealis
32 m
MSC Musica
32 m
Passengers
Borealis
1,360
MSC Musica
2,550
Crew
Borealis
615
MSC Musica
987
Decks
Borealis
—
MSC Musica
—
Year Built
Borealis
2,000
MSC Musica
2,006
Space Ratio
Borealis
46.7 GT/pax
MSC Musica
36.2 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Borealis
2.21 :1
MSC Musica
2.58 :1
| Specification | Borealis | MSC Musica |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines | MSC Cruises |
| Class | R Class | Musica Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,000 | 2,006Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 63,458 GT | 92,409 GTWinner |
| Length | 238 m | 293 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 32 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,360 | 2,550Winner |
| Crew | 615 | 987Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 46.7 GT/paxWinner | 36.2 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.21:1Winner | 2.58:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Aker Yards |
| Flag | Bahamas | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9192399 | 9304399 |
MSC Musica is the significantly larger vessel at 92,409 GT — 46% more than Borealis's 63,458 GT. Borealis offers more personal space with a space ratio of 46.7 GT per passenger versus 36.2. Built in 2006, MSC Musica is 6 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Musica |
| Capacity | MSC Musica |
| Modernity | MSC Musica |
| Service | Borealis |
| Spaciousness | Borealis |
Bottom line: MSC Musica wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Borealis
47 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Premium onboard experience
Good range of onboard options
MSC Musica
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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