Leaves in 14 daysStar Clipper vs Viking Vesta
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
Viking Vesta is the significantly larger vessel at 47,800 GT — 1980% more than Star Clipper's 2,298 GT. Viking Vesta offers more personal space with a space ratio of 51.4 GT per passenger versus 13.5. Built in 2026, Viking Vesta is 34 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
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Category
Star Clipper
Viking Vesta
Size
2,298 GT
47,800 GT
Passengers
170
930
Year Built
1992
2026
Crew Ratio
1:2.4
1:1.7
Space Ratio
13.5
51.4
Decks
—
—
Length
115m
228m
From Price
—
$3,599/pp
Comparison Verdict
Viking Vesta is the significantly larger vessel at 47,800 GT — 1980% more than Star Clipper's 2,298 GT. Viking Vesta offers more personal space with a space ratio of 51.4 GT per passenger versus 13.5. Built in 2026, Viking Vesta is 34 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Viking Vesta |
| Capacity | Viking Vesta |
| Modernity | Viking Vesta |
| Service | Viking Vesta |
| Spaciousness | Viking Vesta |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Viking Vesta |
| Fleet Power | Viking Vesta |
Bottom line: Viking Vesta leads 7–0 across our categories — strongest in Size. Choose Viking Vesta for overall superiority; pick Star Clipper if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Viking Vesta if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2026, 34yr newer)
- Size matters to you (47,800 GT)
- More onboard variety (930 guests)
- Better service ratio (1.7:1 crew ratio)
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Sailing Prices
| Star Clipper | Viking Vesta | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | — | $3,599 pp |
| Departing | — | Aug 11 |
| 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?
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