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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 Seaside
Gross Tonnage
MSC Divina
139,072 GT
MSC Seaside
153,516 GT
Length
MSC Divina
333 m
MSC Seaside
323 m
Beam
MSC Divina
38 m
MSC Seaside
41 m
Passengers
MSC Divina
4,345
MSC Seaside
5,179
Crew
MSC Divina
1,370
MSC Seaside
1,413
Decks
MSC Divina
—
MSC Seaside
—
Year Built
MSC Divina
2,012
MSC Seaside
2,017
Space Ratio
MSC Divina
32.0 GT/pax
MSC Seaside
29.6 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Divina
3.17 :1
MSC Seaside
3.67 :1
| Specification | MSC Divina | MSC Seaside |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Seaside Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012 | 2,017Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 139,072 GT | 153,516 GTWinner |
| Length | 333 mWinner | 323 m |
| Beam | 38 m | 41 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,345 | 5,179Winner |
| Crew | 1,370 | 1,413Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.0 GT/paxWinner | 29.6 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.17:1Winner | 3.67:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Panama | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9452478 | 9695600 |
MSC Seaside is the larger vessel at 153,516 GT — 10% more than MSC Divina's 139,072 GT. Built in 2017, MSC Seaside 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 Seaside |
| Capacity | MSC Seaside |
| Modernity | MSC Seaside |
| Service | MSC Divina |
| Spaciousness | MSC Divina |
Bottom line: MSC Seaside 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 Seaside
Large 5,179-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,179 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 | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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