Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 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 Firenze
Gross Tonnage
Costa Deliziosa
92,720 GT
Costa Firenze
135,225 GT
Length
Costa Deliziosa
292 m
Costa Firenze
323 m
Beam
Costa Deliziosa
32 m
Costa Firenze
37 m
Passengers
Costa Deliziosa
2,260
Costa Firenze
4,232
Crew
Costa Deliziosa
934
Costa Firenze
1,400
Decks
Costa Deliziosa
—
Costa Firenze
—
Year Built
Costa Deliziosa
2,010
Costa Firenze
2,021
Space Ratio
Costa Deliziosa
41.0 GT/pax
Costa Firenze
31.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Costa Deliziosa
2.42 :1
Costa Firenze
3.02 :1
| Specification | Costa Deliziosa | Costa Firenze |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Costa Cruises | Costa Cruises |
| Class | Concordia Class | Venezia Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,010 | 2,021Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 92,720 GT | 135,225 GTWinner |
| Length | 292 m | 323 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 37 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,260 | 4,232Winner |
| Crew | 934 | 1,400Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 41.0 GT/paxWinner | 31.9 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.42:1Winner | 3.02:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Italy | Italy |
| IMO Number | 9398917 | 9765470 |
Costa Firenze is the significantly larger vessel at 135,225 GT — 46% more than Costa Deliziosa's 92,720 GT. Costa Deliziosa offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.0 GT per passenger versus 31.9. Built in 2021, Costa Firenze is 11 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Costa Firenze |
| Capacity | Costa Firenze |
| Modernity | Costa Firenze |
| Service | Costa Deliziosa |
| Spaciousness | Costa Deliziosa |
Bottom line: Costa Firenze 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 Firenze
Built in 2021 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Large 4,232-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,232 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
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| Draft | 8.1 m | — |
| Decks | — | — |
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