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)
Eurodam
Koningsdam
Gross Tonnage
Eurodam
86,700 GT
Koningsdam
99,836 GT
Length
Eurodam
286 m
Koningsdam
299 m
Beam
Eurodam
32 m
Koningsdam
35 m
Passengers
Eurodam
2,104
Koningsdam
2,650
Crew
Eurodam
929
Koningsdam
1,036
Decks
Eurodam
—
Koningsdam
—
Year Built
Eurodam
2,008
Koningsdam
2,016
Space Ratio
Eurodam
41.2 GT/pax
Koningsdam
37.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Eurodam
2.26 :1
Koningsdam
2.56 :1
| Specification | Eurodam | Koningsdam |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Holland America Line | Holland America Line |
| Class | Signature Class | Pinnacle Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,008 | 2,016Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 86,700 GT | 99,836 GTWinner |
| Length | 286 m | 299 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 35 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,104 | 2,650Winner |
| Crew | 929 | 1,036Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 41.2 GT/paxWinner | 37.7 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.26:1Winner | 2.56:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Netherlands | Netherlands |
| IMO Number | 9378448 | 9640477 |
Koningsdam is the larger vessel at 99,836 GT — 15% more than Eurodam's 86,700 GT. Built in 2016, Koningsdam is 8 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Eurodam edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.3:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Koningsdam |
| Capacity | Koningsdam |
| Modernity | Koningsdam |
| Service | Eurodam |
| Spaciousness | Eurodam |
Bottom line: Koningsdam wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Eurodam
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
41 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good range of onboard options
Good value for money
Koningsdam
Built in 2016 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | 8 m | 8.2 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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