Ambition vs Maasdam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Ambition
Ambassador Cruise Line
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Maasdam
Ambassador Cruise Line
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Ambition
Built in 1999
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Maasdam
44.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Ambition vs Maasdam: Quick Comparison
Ambition is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1999, it is 6 years newer than Maasdam, which entered service in 1993. Maasdam is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage at 55,575 GT. Maasdam also carries 58 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 | Ambition | Maasdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999Newer | 1993 |
| Gross Tonnage | 48,200 GT | 55,575 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,200 | 1,258 |
| Space per Passenger | 40.2 GT | 44.2 GT |
| Length | 216 m | 220 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Ambition vs Maasdam
Age
Ambition was built in 1999, making it 6 years newer than Maasdam, which was built in 1993.
Size
At 55,575 GT, Maasdam is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage than Ambition at 48,200 GT.
Passenger capacity
Maasdam carries up to 1,258 passengers compared with 1,200 aboard Ambition, a difference of 58 passengers.
Passenger space
Maasdam offers more space per passenger: 44.2 GT per guest, compared with 40.2 aboard Ambition. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
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Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Ambition if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
Choose Maasdam if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Ambition.
Ambition vs Maasdam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Ambition
Built in 1999
6 years newer
Bigger
Maasdam
55,575 GT
15% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Ambition is 6 years newer.
- Maasdam is 15% larger by gross tonnage.
- Maasdam carries 58 more passengers.
- Maasdam offers more space per passenger (44.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Ambition or Maasdam?
Ambition is newer. It was built in 1999, while Maasdam was built in 1993, making Ambition 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Ambition or Maasdam?
Maasdam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 55,575 GT compared with Ambition at 48,200 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Maasdam has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,258, compared with 1,200 for Ambition.
Which ship is more spacious, Ambition or Maasdam?
Maasdam has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.2 GT per passenger, versus 40.2 for Ambition. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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