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 Virtuosa
Gross Tonnage
MSC Divina
139,072 GT
MSC Virtuosa
181,541 GT
Length
MSC Divina
333 m
MSC Virtuosa
331 m
Beam
MSC Divina
38 m
MSC Virtuosa
43 m
Passengers
MSC Divina
4,345
MSC Virtuosa
6,334
Crew
MSC Divina
1,370
MSC Virtuosa
1,704
Decks
MSC Divina
—
MSC Virtuosa
19
Year Built
MSC Divina
2,012
MSC Virtuosa
2,021
Space Ratio
MSC Divina
32.0 GT/pax
MSC Virtuosa
28.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Divina
3.17 :1
MSC Virtuosa
3.72 :1
| Specification | MSC Divina | MSC Virtuosa |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Meraviglia Plus Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012 | 2,021Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 139,072 GT | 181,541 GTWinner |
| Length | 333 mWinner | 331 m |
| Beam | 38 m | 43 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,345 | 6,334Winner |
| Crew | 1,370 | 1,704Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.0 GT/paxWinner | 28.7 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.17:1Winner | 3.72:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Panama | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9452478 | 9803613 |
MSC Virtuosa is the significantly larger vessel at 181,541 GT — 31% more than MSC Divina's 139,072 GT. MSC Divina offers more personal space with a space ratio of 32.0 GT per passenger versus 28.7. Built in 2021, MSC Virtuosa is 9 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Virtuosa |
| Capacity | MSC Virtuosa |
| Modernity | MSC Virtuosa |
| Service | MSC Divina |
| Spaciousness | MSC Divina |
Bottom line: MSC Virtuosa 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 Virtuosa
6,334 passengers means tons of activities
Large 6,334-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
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 | 8.75 m |
| Decks | — | 19 |
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