AIDAsol vs Color Magic ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
AIDAsol
Built in 2011
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
AIDAsol
26.5 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
AIDAsol vs Color Magic ferry: Quick Comparison
AIDAsol is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2011, it is 4 years newer than Color Magic ferry, which entered service in 2007. Color Magic ferry is approximately 5% larger by gross tonnage at 75,156 GT. Color Magic ferry also carries 312 more passengers. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | AIDAsol | Color Magic ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2011Newer | 2007 |
| Gross Tonnage | 71,304 GT | 75,156 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,686 | 2,998 |
| Space per Passenger | 26.5 GT | 25.1 GT |
| Length | 253.33 m | 223.75 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: AIDAsol vs Color Magic ferry
Age
AIDAsol was built in 2011, making it 4 years newer than Color Magic ferry, which was built in 2007.
Size
At 75,156 GT, Color Magic ferry is approximately 5% larger by gross tonnage than AIDAsol at 71,304 GT.
Passenger capacity
Color Magic ferry carries up to 2,998 passengers compared with 2,686 aboard AIDAsol, a difference of 312 passengers.
Passenger space
AIDAsol offers more space per passenger: 26.5 GT per guest, compared with 25.1 aboard Color Magic ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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AIDAsol
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Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AIDAsol
Average
$0 / day
Color Magic ferry
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AIDAsol if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Choose Color Magic ferry if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AIDAsol.
AIDAsol vs Color Magic ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AIDAsol
Built in 2011
4 years newer
Bigger
Color Magic ferry
75,156 GT
5% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AIDAsol is 4 years newer.
- Color Magic ferry is 5% larger by gross tonnage.
- Color Magic ferry carries 312 more passengers.
- AIDAsol offers more space per passenger (26.5 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AIDAsol or Color Magic ferry?
AIDAsol is newer. It was built in 2011, while Color Magic ferry was built in 2007, making AIDAsol 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, AIDAsol or Color Magic ferry?
Color Magic ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 75,156 GT compared with AIDAsol at 71,304 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Color Magic ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,998, compared with 2,686 for AIDAsol.
Which ship is more spacious, AIDAsol or Color Magic ferry?
AIDAsol has the higher passenger space ratio at 26.5 GT per passenger, versus 25.1 for Color Magic ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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