Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
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across 5 categories
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)
Caribbean Princess
Carnival Adventure
Gross Tonnage
Caribbean Princess
112,894 GT
Carnival Adventure
109,000 GT
Length
Caribbean Princess
290 m
Carnival Adventure
290 m
Beam
Caribbean Princess
36 m
Carnival Adventure
36 m
Passengers
Caribbean Princess
3,140
Carnival Adventure
2,636
Crew
Caribbean Princess
1,200
Carnival Adventure
1,100
Decks
Caribbean Princess
—
Carnival Adventure
18
Year Built
Caribbean Princess
2,004
Carnival Adventure
2,001
Space Ratio
Caribbean Princess
36.0 GT/pax
Carnival Adventure
41.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Caribbean Princess
2.62 :1
Carnival Adventure
2.40 :1
| Specification | Caribbean Princess | Carnival Adventure |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Princess Cruises | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Class | Grand Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,004Winner | 2,001 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 112,894 GTWinner | 109,000 GT |
| Length | 290 m | 290 m |
| Beam | 36 m | 36 m |
| Draft | 8.7 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,140Winner | 2,636 |
| Crew | 1,200Winner | 1,100 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 36.0 GT/pax | 41.4 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.62:1 | 2.40:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Bermuda | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9215490 | 9192351 |
Carnival Adventure offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.4 GT per passenger versus 36.0. Built in 2004, Caribbean Princess is 3 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Carnival Adventure edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Caribbean Princess |
| Capacity | Caribbean Princess |
| Modernity | Caribbean Princess |
| Service | Carnival Adventure |
| Spaciousness | Carnival Adventure |
Bottom line: Caribbean Princess wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Caribbean Princess
Large 3,140-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,140 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Carnival Adventure
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good range of onboard options
41 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good value for money
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Decks | — | 18 |
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