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Norwegian Sun vs Ruby Princess
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Ruby Princess wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Norwegian Sun
Ruby Princess
Size
78,309 GT
113,561 GT
Passengers
1,936
3,080
Year built
2001
2008
Crew ratio
2.1 guests per crew
2.8 guests per crew
Space ratio
40.5 GT per guest
36.9 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
258 m
290 m
From price
$769 pp
$1,319 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Ruby Princess is the significantly larger vessel at 113,561 GT, 45% more than Norwegian Sun's 78,309 GT. Norwegian Sun offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.5 GT per passenger versus 36.9. Built in 2008, Ruby Princess is 7 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Ruby Princess |
| Capacity | Ruby Princess |
| Modernity | Ruby Princess |
| Service | Norwegian Sun |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Sun |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Ruby Princess |
| Fleet Power | Ruby Princess |
Bottom line: Ruby Princess leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Ruby Princess for overall superiority; pick Norwegian Sun if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Norwegian Sun if
- More crew per guest (2.1 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (40.5 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $70 per person per night)
Choose Ruby Princess if
- You want the newer ship (built 2008, 7 years newer)
- Size matters to you (113,561 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,080 guests)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Norwegian Sun | Ruby Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $769 pp | $1,319 pp |
| Per night | $70 pp | $82 pp |
| Departing | Nov 18 | Nov 29 |
| Duration | 11 nights | 16 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
