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
Wonder of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
MSC World America
215,863 GT
Wonder of the Seas
236,857 GT
Length
MSC World America
333 m
Wonder of the Seas
362 m
Beam
MSC World America
47 m
Wonder of the Seas
64 m
Passengers
MSC World America
6,762
Wonder of the Seas
6,988
Crew
MSC World America
2,138
Wonder of the Seas
2,300
Decks
MSC World America
—
Wonder of the Seas
18
Year Built
MSC World America
2,025
Wonder of the Seas
2,022
Space Ratio
MSC World America
31.9 GT/pax
Wonder of the Seas
33.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC World America
3.16 :1
Wonder of the Seas
3.04 :1
| Specification | MSC World America | Wonder of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | World Class | Oasis Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,025Winner | 2,022 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 215,863 GT | 236,857 GTWinner |
| Length | 333 m | 362 mWinner |
| Beam | 47 m | 64 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,762 | 6,988Winner |
| Crew | 2,138 | 2,300Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 31.9 GT/pax | 33.9 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.16:1 | 3.04:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Chantiers de l'Atlantique | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Malta | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9871645 | 9838345 |
Wonder of the Seas is the larger vessel at 236,857 GT — 10% more than MSC World America's 215,863 GT. Built in 2025, MSC World America is 3 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Wonder of the Seas edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.0:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Wonder of the Seas |
| Capacity | Wonder of the Seas |
| Modernity | MSC World America |
| Service | Wonder of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Wonder of the Seas |
Bottom line: Wonder of the Seas 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
Wonder of the Seas
6,988 passengers means tons of activities
Large 6,988-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | 9.4 mWinner | 9.3 m |
| Decks | — | 18 |
