Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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)
Liberty of the Seas
MSC World Europa
Gross Tonnage
Liberty of the Seas
154,407 GT
MSC World Europa
205,700 GT
Length
Liberty of the Seas
339 m
MSC World Europa
331 m
Beam
Liberty of the Seas
56 m
MSC World Europa
47 m
Passengers
Liberty of the Seas
4,960
MSC World Europa
6,774
Crew
Liberty of the Seas
1,360
MSC World Europa
2,140
Decks
Liberty of the Seas
—
MSC World Europa
—
Year Built
Liberty of the Seas
2,007
MSC World Europa
2,022
Space Ratio
Liberty of the Seas
31.1 GT/pax
MSC World Europa
30.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Liberty of the Seas
3.65 :1
MSC World Europa
3.17 :1
| Specification | Liberty of the Seas | MSC World Europa |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Freedom Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,007 | 2,022Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 154,407 GT | 205,700 GTWinner |
| Length | 339 mWinner | 331 m |
| Beam | 56 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,960 | 6,774Winner |
| Crew | 1,360 | 2,140Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 31.1 GT/paxWinner | 30.4 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.65:1 | 3.17:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Aker Yards | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9330032 | 9837420 |
MSC World Europa is the significantly larger vessel at 205,700 GT — 33% more than Liberty of the Seas's 154,407 GT. Built in 2022, MSC World Europa is 15 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. MSC World Europa edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.2:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC World Europa |
| Capacity | MSC World Europa |
| Modernity | MSC World Europa |
| Service | MSC World Europa |
| Spaciousness | Liberty of the Seas |
Bottom line: MSC World Europa wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Liberty of the Seas
Large 4,960-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,960 passengers means tons of activities
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
MSC World Europa
Large 6,774-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,774 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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47 m |
| Draft | 9.1 m | 9.3 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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