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Norwegian Sun vs Vasco da Gama
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Norwegian Sun wins 7 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Norwegian Sun
Vasco da Gama
Size
78,309 GT
55,877 GT
Passengers
1,936
1,400
Year built
2001
1993
Crew ratio
2.1 guests per crew
2.5 guests per crew
Space ratio
40.5 GT per guest
39.9 GT per guest
Decks
No data
10
Length
258 m
219 m
From price
$769 pp
No data
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Norwegian Sun is the significantly larger vessel at 78,309 GT, 40% more than Vasco da Gama's 55,877 GT. Built in 2001, Norwegian Sun is 8 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Norwegian Sun edges ahead in service at 2.1 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Sun |
| Capacity | Norwegian Sun |
| Modernity | Norwegian Sun |
| Service | Norwegian Sun |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Sun |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Norwegian Sun |
| Fleet Power | Norwegian Sun |
Bottom line: Norwegian Sun leads 7–0 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Norwegian Sun for overall superiority; pick Vasco da Gama if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Norwegian Sun if
- You want the newer ship (built 2001, 8 years newer)
- Size matters to you (78,309 GT)
- More onboard variety (1,936 guests)
- More crew per guest (2.1 guests per crew)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Norwegian Sun | Vasco da Gama |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $769 pp | No sailings |
| Per night | $70 pp | No data |
| Departing | Nov 18 | No data |
| Duration | 11 nights | No data |
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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.
