Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
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 Firenze
Carnival Radiance
Gross Tonnage
Carnival Firenze
135,156 GT
Carnival Radiance
101,509 GT
Length
Carnival Firenze
323.6 m
Carnival Radiance
272 m
Beam
Carnival Firenze
37.2 m
Carnival Radiance
36 m
Passengers
Carnival Firenze
4,126
Carnival Radiance
2,764
Crew
Carnival Firenze
1,425
Carnival Radiance
1,100
Decks
Carnival Firenze
14
Carnival Radiance
—
Year Built
Carnival Firenze
2,020
Carnival Radiance
2,000
Space Ratio
Carnival Firenze
32.8 GT/pax
Carnival Radiance
36.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Carnival Firenze
2.90 :1
Carnival Radiance
2.51 :1
| Specification | Carnival Firenze | Carnival Radiance |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Class | Costa Smeralda Class | Triumph Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,020Winner | 2,000 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 135,156 GTWinner | 101,509 GT |
| Length | 323.6 mWinner | 272 m |
| Beam | 37.2 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,126Winner | 2,764 |
| Crew | 1,425Winner | 1,100 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.8 GT/pax | 36.7 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.90:1 | 2.51:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Panama | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9871757 | 9746889 |
Carnival Firenze is the significantly larger vessel at 135,156 GT — 33% more than Carnival Radiance's 101,509 GT. Carnival Radiance offers more personal space with a space ratio of 36.7 GT per passenger versus 32.8. Built in 2020, Carnival Firenze is 20 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Firenze |
| Capacity | Carnival Firenze |
| Modernity | Carnival Firenze |
| Service | Carnival Radiance |
| Spaciousness | Carnival Radiance |
Bottom line: Carnival Firenze wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Carnival Firenze
Built in 2020 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Large 4,126-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,126 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Carnival Radiance
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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36 m |
| Draft | 4.2 m | 8.4 mWinner |
| Decks | 14 | — |
