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 Splendida
Gross Tonnage
MSC Divina
139,072 GT
MSC Splendida
137,936 GT
Length
MSC Divina
333 m
MSC Splendida
333 m
Beam
MSC Divina
38 m
MSC Splendida
38 m
Passengers
MSC Divina
4,345
MSC Splendida
4,363
Crew
MSC Divina
1,370
MSC Splendida
1,313
Decks
MSC Divina
—
MSC Splendida
—
Year Built
MSC Divina
2,012
MSC Splendida
2,009
Space Ratio
MSC Divina
32.0 GT/pax
MSC Splendida
31.6 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Divina
3.17 :1
MSC Splendida
3.32 :1
| Specification | MSC Divina | MSC Splendida |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Fantasia Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012Winner | 2,009 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 139,072 GTWinner | 137,936 GT |
| Length | 333 m | 333 m |
| Beam | 38 m | 38 m |
| Draft | 9 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,345 | 4,363Winner |
| Crew | 1,370Winner | 1,313 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.0 GT/paxWinner | 31.6 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.17:1Winner | 3.32:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | Aker Yards |
| Flag | Panama | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9452478 | 9359791 |
Built in 2012, MSC Divina is 3 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 Divina |
| Capacity | MSC Divina |
| Modernity | MSC Divina |
| Service | MSC Divina |
| Spaciousness | MSC Divina |
Bottom line: MSC Divina wins more categories (5 vs 0), 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 Splendida
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 4,363-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,363 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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