Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 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)
Carnival Breeze
Carnival Sunrise
Gross Tonnage
Carnival Breeze
130,000 GT
Carnival Sunrise
101,509 GT
Length
Carnival Breeze
306 m
Carnival Sunrise
272 m
Beam
Carnival Breeze
37 m
Carnival Sunrise
36 m
Passengers
Carnival Breeze
3,690
Carnival Sunrise
2,764
Crew
Carnival Breeze
1,386
Carnival Sunrise
1,100
Decks
Carnival Breeze
—
Carnival Sunrise
—
Year Built
Carnival Breeze
2,012
Carnival Sunrise
1,999
Space Ratio
Carnival Breeze
35.2 GT/pax
Carnival Sunrise
36.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Carnival Breeze
2.66 :1
Carnival Sunrise
2.51 :1
| Specification | Carnival Breeze | Carnival Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Class | Dream Class | Triumph Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012Winner | 1,999 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 130,000 GTWinner | 101,509 GT |
| Length | 306 mWinner | 272 m |
| Beam | 37 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,690Winner | 2,764 |
| Crew | 1,386Winner | 1,100 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 35.2 GT/pax | 36.7 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.66:1 | 2.51:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Panama | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9555723 | 9138850 |
Carnival Breeze is the significantly larger vessel at 130,000 GT — 28% more than Carnival Sunrise's 101,509 GT. Built in 2012, Carnival Breeze is 13 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Carnival Sunrise edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.5:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Breeze |
| Capacity | Carnival Breeze |
| Modernity | Carnival Breeze |
| Service | Carnival Sunrise |
| Spaciousness | Carnival Sunrise |
Bottom line: Carnival Breeze wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Carnival Breeze
Large 3,690-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,690 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Carnival Sunrise
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Comfortable atmosphere for two
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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36 m |
| Draft | 8.5 m | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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