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 World America
MSC World Europa
Gross Tonnage
MSC World America
215,863 GT
MSC World Europa
205,700 GT
Length
MSC World America
333 m
MSC World Europa
331 m
Beam
MSC World America
47 m
MSC World Europa
47 m
Passengers
MSC World America
6,762
MSC World Europa
6,774
Crew
MSC World America
2,138
MSC World Europa
2,140
Decks
MSC World America
—
MSC World Europa
—
Year Built
MSC World America
2,025
MSC World Europa
2,022
Space Ratio
MSC World America
31.9 GT/pax
MSC World Europa
30.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC World America
3.16 :1
MSC World Europa
3.17 :1
| Specification | MSC World America | MSC World Europa |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | World Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,025Winner | 2,022 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 215,863 GTWinner | 205,700 GT |
| Length | 333 mWinner | 331 m |
| Beam | 47 m | 47 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,762 | 6,774Winner |
| Crew | 2,138 | 2,140Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 31.9 GT/paxWinner | 30.4 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.16:1Winner | 3.17:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Chantiers de l'Atlantique | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Malta | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9871645 | 9837420 |
MSC World America is the larger vessel at 215,863 GT — 5% more than MSC World Europa's 205,700 GT. Built in 2025, MSC World America is 3 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC World America |
| Capacity | MSC World Europa |
| Modernity | MSC World America |
| Service | MSC World America |
| Spaciousness | MSC World America |
Bottom line: MSC World America wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
MSC World America
Large 6,762-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,762 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2025 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
MSC World Europa
Large 6,774-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,774 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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9.4 mWinner |
9.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
