Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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 Europa
Oasis of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
MSC World Europa
205,700 GT
Oasis of the Seas
225,282 GT
Length
MSC World Europa
331 m
Oasis of the Seas
362 m
Beam
MSC World Europa
47 m
Oasis of the Seas
60 m
Passengers
MSC World Europa
6,774
Oasis of the Seas
6,780
Crew
MSC World Europa
2,140
Oasis of the Seas
2,165
Decks
MSC World Europa
—
Oasis of the Seas
—
Year Built
MSC World Europa
2,022
Oasis of the Seas
2,009
Space Ratio
MSC World Europa
30.4 GT/pax
Oasis of the Seas
33.2 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC World Europa
3.17 :1
Oasis of the Seas
3.13 :1
| Specification | MSC World Europa | Oasis of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | World Class | Oasis Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,022Winner | 2,009 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 205,700 GT | 225,282 GTWinner |
| Length | 331 m | 362 mWinner |
| Beam | 47 m | 60 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,774 | 6,780Winner |
| Crew | 2,140 | 2,165Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 30.4 GT/pax | 33.2 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.17:1 | 3.13:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Chantiers de l'Atlantique | STX Finland |
| Flag | Malta | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9837420 | 9383936 |
Oasis of the Seas is the larger vessel at 225,282 GT — 10% more than MSC World Europa's 205,700 GT. Built in 2022, MSC World Europa is 13 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Oasis of the Seas |
| Capacity | Oasis of the Seas |
| Modernity | MSC World Europa |
| Service | Oasis of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Oasis of the Seas |
Bottom line: Oasis of the Seas wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
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
Oasis of the Seas
Large 6,780-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,780 passengers means tons of activities
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 9.3 m | 9.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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