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
Nieuw Statendam
Gross Tonnage
Eurodam
86,700 GT
Nieuw Statendam
99,836 GT
Length
Eurodam
286 m
Nieuw Statendam
299 m
Beam
Eurodam
32 m
Nieuw Statendam
35 m
Passengers
Eurodam
2,104
Nieuw Statendam
2,666
Crew
Eurodam
929
Nieuw Statendam
1,036
Decks
Eurodam
—
Nieuw Statendam
—
Year Built
Eurodam
2,008
Nieuw Statendam
2,018
Space Ratio
Eurodam
41.2 GT/pax
Nieuw Statendam
37.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Eurodam
2.26 :1
Nieuw Statendam
2.57 :1
| Specification | Eurodam | Nieuw Statendam |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Holland America Line | Holland America Line |
| Class | Signature Class | Pinnacle Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,008 | 2,018Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 86,700 GT | 99,836 GTWinner |
| Length | 286 m | 299 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 35 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,104 | 2,666Winner |
| Crew | 929 | 1,036Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 41.2 GT/paxWinner | 37.5 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.26:1Winner | 2.57:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Netherlands | Netherlands |
| IMO Number | 9378448 | 9701281 |
Nieuw Statendam is the larger vessel at 99,836 GT — 15% more than Eurodam's 86,700 GT. Eurodam offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.2 GT per passenger versus 37.5. Built in 2018, Nieuw Statendam is 10 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Nieuw Statendam |
| Capacity | Nieuw Statendam |
| Modernity | Nieuw Statendam |
| Service | Eurodam |
| Spaciousness | Eurodam |
Bottom line: Nieuw Statendam 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
Nieuw Statendam
Built in 2018 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 | 8.3 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |