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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 Preziosa
MSC Virtuosa
Gross Tonnage
MSC Preziosa
139,072 GT
MSC Virtuosa
181,541 GT
Length
MSC Preziosa
333 m
MSC Virtuosa
331 m
Beam
MSC Preziosa
38 m
MSC Virtuosa
43 m
Passengers
MSC Preziosa
4,345
MSC Virtuosa
6,334
Crew
MSC Preziosa
1,370
MSC Virtuosa
1,704
Decks
MSC Preziosa
—
MSC Virtuosa
19
Year Built
MSC Preziosa
2,013
MSC Virtuosa
2,021
Space Ratio
MSC Preziosa
32.0 GT/pax
MSC Virtuosa
28.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Preziosa
3.17 :1
MSC Virtuosa
3.72 :1
| Specification | MSC Preziosa | MSC Virtuosa |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Fantasia Class | Meraviglia Plus Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,013 | 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 | 9502519 | 9803613 |
MSC Virtuosa is the significantly larger vessel at 181,541 GT — 31% more than MSC Preziosa's 139,072 GT. MSC Preziosa offers more personal space with a space ratio of 32.0 GT per passenger versus 28.7. Built in 2021, MSC Virtuosa is 8 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Virtuosa |
| Capacity | MSC Virtuosa |
| Modernity | MSC Virtuosa |
| Service | MSC Preziosa |
| Spaciousness | MSC Preziosa |
Bottom line: MSC Virtuosa wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
MSC Preziosa
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 | 8.7 m | 8.75 mWinner |
| Decks | — | 19 |
