Ship comparison
MS Midnatsol vs Wind Surf
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Wind Surf wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
MS Midnatsol
Wind Surf
Size
16,140 GT
14,745 GT
Passengers
1,000
342
Year built
2003
1990
Crew ratio
16.7 guests per crew
1.8 guests per crew
Space ratio
16.1 GT per guest
43.1 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
136 m
187 m
From price
No data
$2,658 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
MS Midnatsol is the larger vessel at 16,140 GT, 9% more than Wind Surf's 14,745 GT. Wind Surf offers more personal space with a space ratio of 43.1 GT per passenger versus 16.1. Built in 2003, MS Midnatsol is 13 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Wind Surf |
| Capacity | MS Midnatsol |
| Modernity | MS Midnatsol |
| Service | Wind Surf |
| Spaciousness | Wind Surf |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Wind Surf |
| Fleet Power | MS Midnatsol |
Bottom line: Wind Surf leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Wind Surf for overall superiority; pick MS Midnatsol if Capacity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose MS Midnatsol if
- You want the newer ship (built 2003, 13 years newer)
- Size matters to you (16,140 GT)
- More onboard variety (1,000 guests)
Choose Wind Surf if
- More crew per guest (1.8 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (43.1 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | MS Midnatsol | Wind Surf |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | No sailings | $2,658 pp |
| Per night | No data | $380 pp |
| Departing | No data | Jan 2 |
| Duration | No data | 7 nights |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
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, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
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.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
