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Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
Marina is the larger vessel at 66,084 GT, 18% more than Vasco da Gama's 55,877 GT. Marina offers more personal space with a space ratio of 52.9 GT per passenger versus 39.9. Built in 2011, Marina is 18 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
Score: 7 – 0
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Category
Marina
Vasco da Gama
Size
66,084 GT
55,877 GT
Passengers
1,250
1,400
Year Built
2011
1993
Crew Ratio
1:1.6
1:2.5
Space Ratio
52.9
39.9
Decks
—
10
Length
239m
219m
From Price
$4,149/pp
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Comparison Verdict
Marina is the larger vessel at 66,084 GT, 18% more than Vasco da Gama's 55,877 GT. Marina offers more personal space with a space ratio of 52.9 GT per passenger versus 39.9. Built in 2011, Marina is 18 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Marina |
| Capacity | Marina |
| Modernity | Marina |
| Service | Marina |
| Spaciousness | Marina |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Marina |
| Fleet Power | Marina |
Bottom line: Marina leads 7–0 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Marina for overall superiority; pick Vasco da Gama if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Marina if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2011, 18yr newer)
- Size matters to you (66,084 GT)
- Better service ratio (1.6:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (52.9 GT/pax)
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Sailing Prices
| Marina | Vasco da Gama | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $4,149 pp | — |
| Departing | Sep 25 | — |
| Duration | 7 nights | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data: gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
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; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better, more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices are sourced from Cruisebound and reflect real-time availability. They may change based on cabin type, date, and demand. Click through to see the latest fares.
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+ vessels, revalidated every 5 minutes via ISR. The "Updated" timestamp shows when records were last modified.
