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
Diamond Princess
Gross Tonnage
Coral Princess
91,627 GT
Diamond Princess
115,875 GT
Length
Coral Princess
294 m
Diamond Princess
290 m
Beam
Coral Princess
32 m
Diamond Princess
38 m
Passengers
Coral Princess
1,970
Diamond Princess
2,670
Crew
Coral Princess
900
Diamond Princess
1,100
Decks
Coral Princess
—
Diamond Princess
—
Year Built
Coral Princess
2,002
Diamond Princess
2,004
Space Ratio
Coral Princess
46.5 GT/pax
Diamond Princess
43.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Coral Princess
2.19 :1
Diamond Princess
2.43 :1
| Specification | Coral Princess | Diamond Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Princess Cruises | Princess Cruises |
| Class | Coral Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,002 | 2,004Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 91,627 GT | 115,875 GTWinner |
| Length | 294 mWinner | 290 m |
| Beam | 32 m | 38 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,970 | 2,670Winner |
| Crew | 900 | 1,100Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 46.5 GT/paxWinner | 43.4 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.19:1Winner | 2.43:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Chantiers de l'Atlantique | MHI Nagasaki |
| Flag | Bermuda | Bermuda |
| IMO Number | 9156778 | 9228186 |
Diamond Princess is the significantly larger vessel at 115,875 GT — 26% more than Coral Princess's 91,627 GT. Built in 2004, Diamond Princess is 2 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Coral Princess edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.2:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Diamond Princess |
| Capacity | Diamond Princess |
| Modernity | Diamond Princess |
| Service | Coral Princess |
| Spaciousness | Coral Princess |
Bottom line: Diamond 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
Diamond Princess
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
43 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good value for money
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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| Draft | 8.3 m | 9.5 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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