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Iberian Peninsula
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Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
Oosterdam is the significantly larger vessel at 82,318 GT, 31% more than Volendam's 63,000 GT. Built in 2003, Oosterdam is 4 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Oosterdam accommodates 532 more guests (1,964 vs 1,432), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Volendam trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
Score: 5 – 2
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Category
Oosterdam
Volendam
Size
82,318 GT
63,000 GT
Passengers
1,964
1,432
Year Built
2003
1999
Crew Ratio
1:2.4
1:2.3
Space Ratio
41.9
44.0
Decks
—
—
Length
285m
238m
From Price
$1,319/pp
$1,229/pp
Comparison Verdict
Oosterdam is the significantly larger vessel at 82,318 GT, 31% more than Volendam's 63,000 GT. Built in 2003, Oosterdam is 4 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Oosterdam accommodates 532 more guests (1,964 vs 1,432), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Volendam trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Oosterdam |
| Capacity | Oosterdam |
| Modernity | Oosterdam |
| Service | Volendam |
| Spaciousness | Volendam |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Oosterdam |
| Fleet Power | Oosterdam |
Bottom line: Oosterdam leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Oosterdam for overall superiority; pick Volendam if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Oosterdam if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2003, 4yr newer)
- Size matters to you (82,318 GT)
- More onboard variety (1,964 guests)
Choose Volendam if...
- Better service ratio (2.3:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (44.0 GT/pax)
- Save $90/person on sailings
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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.
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