Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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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 Seaside
Resilient Lady
Gross Tonnage
MSC Seaside
153,516 GT
Resilient Lady
110,000 GT
Length
MSC Seaside
323 m
Resilient Lady
278 m
Beam
MSC Seaside
41 m
Resilient Lady
38 m
Passengers
MSC Seaside
5,179
Resilient Lady
2,770
Crew
MSC Seaside
1,413
Resilient Lady
1,150
Decks
MSC Seaside
—
Resilient Lady
—
Year Built
MSC Seaside
2,017
Resilient Lady
2,023
Space Ratio
MSC Seaside
29.6 GT/pax
Resilient Lady
39.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Seaside
3.67 :1
Resilient Lady
2.41 :1
| Specification | MSC Seaside | Resilient Lady |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | Virgin Voyages |
| Class | Seaside Class | Virgin Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,017 | 2,023Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 153,516 GTWinner | 110,000 GT |
| Length | 323 mWinner | 278 m |
| Beam | 41 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 5,179Winner | 2,770 |
| Crew | 1,413Winner | 1,150 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 29.6 GT/pax | 39.7 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.67:1 | 2.41:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Malta | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9695600 | 9852557 |
MSC Seaside is the significantly larger vessel at 153,516 GT — 40% more than Resilient Lady's 110,000 GT. Resilient Lady offers more personal space with a space ratio of 39.7 GT per passenger versus 29.6. Built in 2023, Resilient Lady is 6 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Seaside |
| Capacity | MSC Seaside |
| Modernity | Resilient Lady |
| Service | Resilient Lady |
| Spaciousness | Resilient Lady |
Bottom line: Resilient Lady wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
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
Resilient Lady
Built in 2023 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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38 m |
| Draft | 8.5 mWinner | 8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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