Ship comparison
Seabourn Odyssey vs Viking Polaris
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Viking Polaris wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
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The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Seabourn Odyssey is the larger vessel at 32,346 GT, 8% more than Viking Polaris's 30,000 GT. Viking Polaris offers more personal space with a space ratio of 79.4 GT per passenger versus 70.6. Built in 2022, Viking Polaris is 13 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Viking Polaris |
| Capacity | Seabourn Odyssey |
| Modernity | Viking Polaris |
| Service | Seabourn Odyssey |
| Spaciousness | Viking Polaris |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Viking Polaris |
| Fleet Power | Seabourn Odyssey |
Bottom line: Viking Polaris leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Viking Polaris for overall superiority; pick Seabourn Odyssey if Capacity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Seabourn Odyssey if
- Size matters to you (32,346 GT)
- More onboard variety (458 guests)
- More crew per guest (1.4 guests per crew)
Choose Viking Polaris if
- You want the newer ship (built 2022, 13 years newer)
- More space per guest (79.4 GT per guest)
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FAQ
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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.
