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)
Norwegian Breakaway
Pride of America
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Breakaway
145,655 GT
Pride of America
80,439 GT
Length
Norwegian Breakaway
324 m
Pride of America
280 m
Beam
Norwegian Breakaway
40 m
Pride of America
32 m
Passengers
Norwegian Breakaway
3,963
Pride of America
2,186
Crew
Norwegian Breakaway
1,657
Pride of America
927
Decks
Norwegian Breakaway
—
Pride of America
—
Year Built
Norwegian Breakaway
2,013
Pride of America
2,005
Space Ratio
Norwegian Breakaway
36.8 GT/pax
Pride of America
36.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Breakaway
2.39 :1
Pride of America
2.36 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Breakaway | Pride of America |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Class | Breakaway Class | America Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,013Winner | 2,005 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 145,655 GTWinner | 80,439 GT |
| Length | 324 mWinner | 280 m |
| Beam | 40 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,963Winner | 2,186 |
| Crew | 1,657Winner | 927 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 36.8 GT/pax | 36.8 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.39:1 | 2.36:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Ingalls Shipbuilding |
| Flag | Bahamas | United States |
| IMO Number | 9606900 | 8701193 |
Norwegian Breakaway is the significantly larger vessel at 145,655 GT — 81% more than Pride of America's 80,439 GT. Built in 2013, Norwegian Breakaway is 8 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Breakaway |
| Capacity | Norwegian Breakaway |
| Modernity | Norwegian Breakaway |
| Service | Pride of America |
| Spaciousness | Pride of America |
Bottom line: Norwegian Breakaway wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Norwegian Breakaway
Large 3,963-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,963 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Pride of America
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
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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32 m |
| Draft | 8.7 mWinner | 8.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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