Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 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 Europe
Quantum of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
MSC World Europe
215,863 GT
Quantum of the Seas
168,666 GT
Length
MSC World Europe
333 m
Quantum of the Seas
348 m
Beam
MSC World Europe
47 m
Quantum of the Seas
41 m
Passengers
MSC World Europe
6,774
Quantum of the Seas
4,180
Crew
MSC World Europe
2,138
Quantum of the Seas
1,500
Decks
MSC World Europe
—
Quantum of the Seas
—
Year Built
MSC World Europe
2,024
Quantum of the Seas
2,014
Space Ratio
MSC World Europe
31.9 GT/pax
Quantum of the Seas
40.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC World Europe
3.17 :1
Quantum of the Seas
2.79 :1
| Specification | MSC World Europe | Quantum of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | World Class | Quantum Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,024Winner | 2,014 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 215,863 GTWinner | 168,666 GT |
| Length | 333 m | 348 mWinner |
| Beam | 47 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,774Winner | 4,180 |
| Crew | 2,138Winner | 1,500 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 31.9 GT/pax | 40.4 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.17:1 | 2.79:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Chantiers de l'Atlantique | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Malta | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9908134 | 9656084 |
MSC World Europe is the significantly larger vessel at 215,863 GT — 28% more than Quantum of the Seas's 168,666 GT. Quantum of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.4 GT per passenger versus 31.9. Built in 2024, MSC World Europe is 10 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC World Europe |
| Capacity | MSC World Europe |
| Modernity | MSC World Europe |
| Service | Quantum of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Quantum of the Seas |
Bottom line: MSC World Europe wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
MSC World Europe
Large 6,774-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,774 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2024 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Quantum of the Seas
4,180 passengers means tons of activities
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 4,180-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
40 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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41 m |
| Draft | — | 8.8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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