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)
Coral Princess
Crown Princess
Gross Tonnage
Coral Princess
91,627 GT
Crown Princess
113,561 GT
Length
Coral Princess
294 m
Crown Princess
290 m
Beam
Coral Princess
32 m
Crown Princess
36 m
Passengers
Coral Princess
1,970
Crown Princess
3,080
Crew
Coral Princess
900
Crown Princess
1,100
Decks
Coral Princess
—
Crown Princess
—
Year Built
Coral Princess
2,002
Crown Princess
2,006
Space Ratio
Coral Princess
46.5 GT/pax
Crown Princess
36.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Coral Princess
2.19 :1
Crown Princess
2.80 :1
| Specification | Coral Princess | Crown Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Princess Cruises | Princess Cruises |
| Class | Coral Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,002 | 2,006Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 91,627 GT | 113,561 GTWinner |
| Length | 294 mWinner | 290 m |
| Beam | 32 m | 36 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,970 | 3,080Winner |
| Crew | 900 | 1,100Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 46.5 GT/paxWinner | 36.9 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.19:1Winner | 2.80:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Chantiers de l'Atlantique | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Bermuda | Bermuda |
| IMO Number | 9156778 | 9293399 |
Crown Princess is the significantly larger vessel at 113,561 GT — 24% more than Coral Princess's 91,627 GT. Coral Princess offers more personal space with a space ratio of 46.5 GT per passenger versus 36.9. Built in 2006, Crown Princess is 4 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Crown Princess |
| Capacity | Crown Princess |
| Modernity | Crown Princess |
| Service | Coral Princess |
| Spaciousness | Coral Princess |
Bottom line: Crown Princess wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Coral Princess
47 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Premium onboard experience
Good range of onboard options
Crown Princess
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,080-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,080 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 8.3 m | 8.8 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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