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 Firenze
Costa Magica
Gross Tonnage
Costa Firenze
135,225 GT
Costa Magica
102,587 GT
Length
Costa Firenze
323 m
Costa Magica
272 m
Beam
Costa Firenze
37 m
Costa Magica
36 m
Passengers
Costa Firenze
4,232
Costa Magica
2,716
Crew
Costa Firenze
1,400
Costa Magica
1,027
Decks
Costa Firenze
—
Costa Magica
—
Year Built
Costa Firenze
2,021
Costa Magica
2,004
Space Ratio
Costa Firenze
31.9 GT/pax
Costa Magica
37.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Costa Firenze
3.02 :1
Costa Magica
2.64 :1
| Specification | Costa Firenze | Costa Magica |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Costa Cruises | Costa Cruises |
| Class | Venezia Class | Fortuna Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,021Winner | 2,004 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 135,225 GTWinner | 102,587 GT |
| Length | 323 mWinner | 272 m |
| Beam | 37 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,232Winner | 2,716 |
| Crew | 1,400Winner | 1,027 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 31.9 GT/pax | 37.8 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.02:1 | 2.64:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Italy | Italy |
| IMO Number | 9765470 | 9343156 |
Costa Firenze is the significantly larger vessel at 135,225 GT — 32% more than Costa Magica's 102,587 GT. Costa Magica offers more personal space with a space ratio of 37.8 GT per passenger versus 31.9. Built in 2021, Costa Firenze is 17 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Costa Firenze |
| Capacity | Costa Firenze |
| Modernity | Costa Firenze |
| Service | Costa Magica |
| Spaciousness | Costa Magica |
Bottom line: Costa Firenze wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
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
Costa Magica
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Comfortable atmosphere for two
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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