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Queen Elizabeth vs Queen Mary 2
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Queen Mary 2 wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Queen Elizabeth
Queen Mary 2
Size
90,900 GT
148,528 GT
Passengers
2,081
2,691
Year built
2010
2004
Crew ratio
2.1 guests per crew
2.1 guests per crew
Space ratio
43.7 GT per guest
55.2 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
294 m
345 m
From price
$699 pp
$449 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Queen Mary 2 is the significantly larger vessel at 148,528 GT, 63% more than Queen Elizabeth's 90,900 GT. Queen Mary 2 offers more personal space with a space ratio of 55.2 GT per passenger versus 43.7. Built in 2010, Queen Elizabeth is 6 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Queen Mary 2 |
| Capacity | Queen Mary 2 |
| Modernity | Queen Elizabeth |
| Service | Queen Elizabeth |
| Spaciousness | Queen Mary 2 |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Queen Mary 2 |
| Fleet Power | Queen Mary 2 |
Bottom line: Queen Mary 2 leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Queen Mary 2 for overall superiority; pick Queen Elizabeth if Modernity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Queen Elizabeth if
- You want the newer ship (built 2010, 6 years newer)
- More crew per guest (2.1 guests per crew)
- Lower fares per night (from $58 per person per night)
Choose Queen Mary 2 if
- Size matters to you (148,528 GT)
- More onboard variety (2,691 guests)
- More space per guest (55.2 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Queen Elizabeth | Queen Mary 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $699 pp | $449 pp |
| Per night | $58 pp | $64 pp |
| Departing | Nov 5 | Nov 10 |
| Duration | 12 nights | 7 nights |
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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.
