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)
MSC Divina
MSC Magnifica
Gross Tonnage
MSC Divina
139,072 GT
MSC Magnifica
95,128 GT
Length
MSC Divina
333 m
MSC Magnifica
293 m
Beam
MSC Divina
38 m
MSC Magnifica
32 m
Passengers
MSC Divina
4,345
MSC Magnifica
2,518
Crew
MSC Divina
1,370
MSC Magnifica
1,038
Decks
MSC Divina
—
MSC Magnifica
—
Year Built
MSC Divina
2,012
MSC Magnifica
2,010
Space Ratio
MSC Divina
32.0 GT/pax
MSC Magnifica
37.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Divina
3.17 :1
MSC Magnifica
2.43 :1
| Specification | MSC Divina | MSC Magnifica |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Musica Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012Winner | 2,010 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 139,072 GTWinner | 95,128 GT |
| Length | 333 mWinner | 293 m |
| Beam | 38 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,345Winner | 2,518 |
| Crew | 1,370Winner | 1,038 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.0 GT/pax | 37.8 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.17:1 | 2.43:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | STX France |
| Flag | Panama | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9452478 | 9320074 |
MSC Divina is the significantly larger vessel at 139,072 GT — 46% more than MSC Magnifica's 95,128 GT. MSC Magnifica offers more personal space with a space ratio of 37.8 GT per passenger versus 32.0. Built in 2012, MSC Divina is 2 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Divina |
| Capacity | MSC Divina |
| Modernity | MSC Divina |
| Service | MSC Magnifica |
| Spaciousness | MSC Magnifica |
Bottom line: MSC Divina wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
MSC Divina
Large 4,345-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
4,345 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
MSC Magnifica
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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32 m |
| Draft | 9 mWinner | 7.8 m |
| Decks | — | — |