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View Deal →Carnival Splendor vs Le Jacques Cartier
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
Carnival Splendor is the significantly larger vessel at 113,323 GT, 1033% more than Le Jacques Cartier's 10,000 GT. Le Jacques Cartier offers more personal space with a space ratio of 54.4 GT per passenger versus 37.6. Built in 2020, Le Jacques Cartier is 12 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
Score: 4 – 3
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Category
Carnival Splendor
Le Jacques Cartier
Size
113,323 GT
10,000 GT
Passengers
3,012
184
Year Built
2008
2020
Crew Ratio
1:2.6
1:1.7
Space Ratio
37.6
54.4
Decks
13
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Length
290m
131m
From Price
$442/pp
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Comparison Verdict
Carnival Splendor is the significantly larger vessel at 113,323 GT, 1033% more than Le Jacques Cartier's 10,000 GT. Le Jacques Cartier offers more personal space with a space ratio of 54.4 GT per passenger versus 37.6. Built in 2020, Le Jacques Cartier is 12 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Splendor |
| Capacity | Carnival Splendor |
| Modernity | Le Jacques Cartier |
| Service | Le Jacques Cartier |
| Spaciousness | Le Jacques Cartier |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Carnival Splendor |
| Fleet Power | Carnival Splendor |
Bottom line: Carnival Splendor leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Carnival Splendor for overall superiority; pick Le Jacques Cartier if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Carnival Splendor if...
- Size matters to you (113,323 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,012 guests)
Choose Le Jacques Cartier if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2020, 12yr newer)
- Better service ratio (1.7:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (54.4 GT/pax)
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Sailing Prices
| Carnival Splendor | Le Jacques Cartier | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $442 pp | — |
| Departing | Nov 21 | — |
| Duration | null 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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