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View Deal →Le Champlain vs Norwegian Sun
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
Norwegian Sun is the significantly larger vessel at 78,309 GT, 683% more than Le Champlain's 10,000 GT. Le Champlain offers more personal space with a space ratio of 54.4 GT per passenger versus 40.5. Built in 2018, Le Champlain is 17 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
Score: 3 – 4
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Category
Le Champlain
Norwegian Sun
Size
10,000 GT
78,309 GT
Passengers
184
1,936
Year Built
2018
2001
Crew Ratio
1:1.7
1:2.1
Space Ratio
54.4
40.5
Decks
—
—
Length
131m
258m
From Price
—
$1,979/pp
Comparison Verdict
Norwegian Sun is the significantly larger vessel at 78,309 GT, 683% more than Le Champlain's 10,000 GT. Le Champlain offers more personal space with a space ratio of 54.4 GT per passenger versus 40.5. Built in 2018, Le Champlain is 17 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Sun |
| Capacity | Norwegian Sun |
| Modernity | Le Champlain |
| Service | Le Champlain |
| Spaciousness | Le Champlain |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Norwegian Sun |
| Fleet Power | Norwegian Sun |
Bottom line: Norwegian Sun leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Norwegian Sun for overall superiority; pick Le Champlain if Modernity matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Le Champlain if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2018, 17yr newer)
- Better service ratio (1.7:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (54.4 GT/pax)
Choose Norwegian Sun if...
- Size matters to you (78,309 GT)
- More onboard variety (1,936 guests)
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Sailing Prices
| Le Champlain | Norwegian Sun | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | — | $1,979 pp |
| Departing | — | Oct 2 |
| Duration | — | 10 nights |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data: gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better, more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices are sourced from Cruisebound and reflect real-time availability. They may change based on cabin type, date, and demand. Click through to see the latest fares.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
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Specifications come from our database of 380+ vessels, revalidated every 5 minutes via ISR. The "Updated" timestamp shows when records were last modified.
