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)
Costa Deliziosa
Costa Fascinosa
Gross Tonnage
Costa Deliziosa
92,720 GT
Costa Fascinosa
114,500 GT
Length
Costa Deliziosa
292 m
Costa Fascinosa
290 m
Beam
Costa Deliziosa
32 m
Costa Fascinosa
36 m
Passengers
Costa Deliziosa
2,260
Costa Fascinosa
3,012
Crew
Costa Deliziosa
934
Costa Fascinosa
1,100
Decks
Costa Deliziosa
—
Costa Fascinosa
—
Year Built
Costa Deliziosa
2,010
Costa Fascinosa
2,012
Space Ratio
Costa Deliziosa
41.0 GT/pax
Costa Fascinosa
38.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Costa Deliziosa
2.42 :1
Costa Fascinosa
2.74 :1
| Specification | Costa Deliziosa | Costa Fascinosa |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Costa Cruises | Costa Cruises |
| Class | Concordia Class | Concordia Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,010 | 2,012Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 92,720 GT | 114,500 GTWinner |
| Length | 292 mWinner | 290 m |
| Beam | 32 m | 36 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,260 | 3,012Winner |
| Crew | 934 | 1,100Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 41.0 GT/paxWinner | 38.0 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.42:1Winner | 2.74:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Italy | Italy |
| IMO Number | 9398917 | 9479864 |
Costa Fascinosa is the significantly larger vessel at 114,500 GT — 23% more than Costa Deliziosa's 92,720 GT. Built in 2012, Costa Fascinosa is 2 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Costa Deliziosa edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Costa Fascinosa |
| Capacity | Costa Fascinosa |
| Modernity | Costa Fascinosa |
| Service | Costa Deliziosa |
| Spaciousness | Costa Deliziosa |
Bottom line: Costa Fascinosa wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Costa Deliziosa
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
41 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good range of onboard options
Good value for money
Costa Fascinosa
Large 3,012-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,012 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 | 8.1 m | 8.3 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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