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 Fascinosa
Pride of America
Gross Tonnage
Costa Fascinosa
114,500 GT
Pride of America
80,439 GT
Length
Costa Fascinosa
290 m
Pride of America
280 m
Beam
Costa Fascinosa
36 m
Pride of America
32 m
Passengers
Costa Fascinosa
3,012
Pride of America
2,186
Crew
Costa Fascinosa
1,100
Pride of America
927
Decks
Costa Fascinosa
—
Pride of America
—
Year Built
Costa Fascinosa
2,012
Pride of America
2,005
Space Ratio
Costa Fascinosa
38.0 GT/pax
Pride of America
36.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Costa Fascinosa
2.74 :1
Pride of America
2.36 :1
| Specification | Costa Fascinosa | Pride of America |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Costa Cruises | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Class | Concordia Class | America Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012Winner | 2,005 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 114,500 GTWinner | 80,439 GT |
| Length | 290 mWinner | 280 m |
| Beam | 36 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,012Winner | 2,186 |
| Crew | 1,100Winner | 927 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 38.0 GT/paxWinner | 36.8 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.74:1 | 2.36:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Ingalls Shipbuilding |
| Flag | Italy | United States |
| IMO Number | 9479864 | 8701193 |
Costa Fascinosa is the significantly larger vessel at 114,500 GT — 42% more than Pride of America's 80,439 GT. Built in 2012, Costa Fascinosa is 7 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Pride of America 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 | Pride of America |
| Spaciousness | Costa Fascinosa |
Bottom line: Costa Fascinosa wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
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
Pride of America
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
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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32 m |
| Draft | 8.3 m | 8.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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