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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 Meraviglia
Gross Tonnage
MSC Divina
139,072 GT
MSC Meraviglia
171,598 GT
Length
MSC Divina
333 m
MSC Meraviglia
315 m
Beam
MSC Divina
38 m
MSC Meraviglia
43 m
Passengers
MSC Divina
4,345
MSC Meraviglia
5,686
Crew
MSC Divina
1,370
MSC Meraviglia
1,536
Decks
MSC Divina
—
MSC Meraviglia
—
Year Built
MSC Divina
2,012
MSC Meraviglia
2,017
Space Ratio
MSC Divina
32.0 GT/pax
MSC Meraviglia
30.2 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Divina
3.17 :1
MSC Meraviglia
3.70 :1
| Specification | MSC Divina | MSC Meraviglia |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Meraviglia Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012 | 2,017Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 139,072 GT | 171,598 GTWinner |
| Length | 333 mWinner | 315 m |
| Beam | 38 m | 43 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,345 | 5,686Winner |
| Crew | 1,370 | 1,536Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.0 GT/paxWinner | 30.2 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.17:1Winner | 3.70:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Panama | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9452478 | 9647446 |
MSC Meraviglia is the significantly larger vessel at 171,598 GT — 23% more than MSC Divina's 139,072 GT. Built in 2017, MSC Meraviglia is 5 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. MSC Divina edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.2:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Meraviglia |
| Capacity | MSC Meraviglia |
| Modernity | MSC Meraviglia |
| Service | MSC Divina |
| Spaciousness | MSC Divina |
Bottom line: MSC Meraviglia 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 Meraviglia
Large 5,686-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,686 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2017 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | 9 mWinner | 8.7 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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