Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 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
World Navigator
Gross Tonnage
MSC World America
215,863 GT
World Navigator
9,300 GT
Length
MSC World America
333 m
World Navigator
126 m
Beam
MSC World America
47 m
World Navigator
19 m
Passengers
MSC World America
6,762
World Navigator
196
Crew
MSC World America
2,138
World Navigator
120
Decks
MSC World America
—
World Navigator
6
Year Built
MSC World America
2,025
World Navigator
2,021
Space Ratio
MSC World America
31.9 GT/pax
World Navigator
47.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC World America
3.16 :1
World Navigator
1.63 :1
| Specification | MSC World America | World Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | Atlas Ocean Voyages |
| Class | World Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,025Winner | 2,021 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 215,863 GTWinner | 9,300 GT |
| Length | 333 mWinner | 126 m |
| Beam | 47 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,762Winner | 196 |
| Crew | 2,138Winner | 120 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 31.9 GT/pax | 47.5 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.16:1 | 1.63:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Chantiers de l'Atlantique | WestSEA Shipyard |
| Flag | Malta | Portugal |
| IMO Number | 9871645 | 9887078 |
MSC World America is the significantly larger vessel at 215,863 GT — 2221% more than World Navigator's 9,300 GT. World Navigator offers more personal space with a space ratio of 47.5 GT per passenger versus 31.9. Built in 2025, MSC World America is 4 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC World America |
| Capacity | MSC World America |
| Modernity | MSC World America |
| Service | World Navigator |
| Spaciousness | World Navigator |
Bottom line: MSC World America wins more categories (3 vs 2), 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
World Navigator
47 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
1.6:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Built in 2021 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
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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19 m |
| Draft | 9.4 m | 10.2 mWinner |
| Decks | — | 6 |
