Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
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)
Pacific Adventure
Ruby Princess
Gross Tonnage
Pacific Adventure
109,000 GT
Ruby Princess
113,561 GT
Length
Pacific Adventure
290 m
Ruby Princess
290 m
Beam
Pacific Adventure
36 m
Ruby Princess
36 m
Passengers
Pacific Adventure
2,636
Ruby Princess
3,080
Crew
Pacific Adventure
1,100
Ruby Princess
1,100
Decks
Pacific Adventure
—
Ruby Princess
—
Year Built
Pacific Adventure
2,001
Ruby Princess
2,008
Space Ratio
Pacific Adventure
41.4 GT/pax
Ruby Princess
36.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Pacific Adventure
2.40 :1
Ruby Princess
2.80 :1
| Specification | Pacific Adventure | Ruby Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | P&O Cruises Australia | Princess Cruises |
| Class | Grand Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,001 | 2,008Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 109,000 GT | 113,561 GTWinner |
| Length | 290 m | 290 m |
| Beam | 36 m | 36 m |
| Draft | — | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,636 | 3,080Winner |
| Crew | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 41.4 GT/paxWinner | 36.9 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.40:1Winner | 2.80:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | United Kingdom | Bermuda |
| IMO Number | 9169548 | 9378462 |
Pacific Adventure offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.4 GT per passenger versus 36.9. Built in 2008, Ruby Princess is 7 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Pacific Adventure edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Ruby Princess |
| Capacity | Ruby Princess |
| Modernity | Ruby Princess |
| Service | Pacific Adventure |
| Spaciousness | Pacific Adventure |
Bottom line: Ruby Princess wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Pacific Adventure
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
41 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Ruby Princess
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,080-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,080 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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