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 Seashore
Gross Tonnage
MSC Divina
139,072 GT
MSC Seashore
169,400 GT
Length
MSC Divina
333 m
MSC Seashore
339 m
Beam
MSC Divina
38 m
MSC Seashore
41 m
Passengers
MSC Divina
4,345
MSC Seashore
5,632
Crew
MSC Divina
1,370
MSC Seashore
1,648
Decks
MSC Divina
—
MSC Seashore
—
Year Built
MSC Divina
2,012
MSC Seashore
2,021
Space Ratio
MSC Divina
32.0 GT/pax
MSC Seashore
30.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Divina
3.17 :1
MSC Seashore
3.42 :1
| Specification | MSC Divina | MSC Seashore |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Seaside Evo Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012 | 2,021Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 139,072 GT | 169,400 GTWinner |
| Length | 333 m | 339 mWinner |
| Beam | 38 m | 41 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,345 | 5,632Winner |
| Crew | 1,370 | 1,648Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.0 GT/paxWinner | 30.1 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.17:1Winner | 3.42:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Panama | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9452478 | 9745354 |
MSC Seashore is the significantly larger vessel at 169,400 GT — 22% more than MSC Divina's 139,072 GT. Built in 2021, MSC Seashore is 9 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 Seashore |
| Capacity | MSC Seashore |
| Modernity | MSC Seashore |
| Service | MSC Divina |
| Spaciousness | MSC Divina |
Bottom line: MSC Seashore 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 Seashore
Large 5,632-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,632 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2021 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | 9 mWinner | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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