September 6, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Tampa
From
$334
Price / day
$84
Carnival Paradise|Carnival Victory
Carnival Paradise vs Carnival Victory
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Paradise
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Victory
Built in 2000
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Victory
36.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Paradise vs Carnival Victory: Quick Comparison
Carnival Victory is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2000, it is 2 years newer than Carnival Paradise, which entered service in 1998. Carnival Victory is approximately 44% larger by gross tonnage at 101,509 GT. Carnival Victory also carries 640 more passengers. Carnival Paradise has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean and Bahamas. 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 | Carnival Paradise | Carnival Victory |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1998 | 2000Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 70,367 GT | 101,509 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,124 | 2,764 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.1 GT | 36.7 GT |
| Length | 260.6 m | 272.82 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Paradise vs Carnival Victory
Age
Carnival Victory was built in 2000, making it 2 years newer than Carnival Paradise, which was built in 1998.
Size
At 101,509 GT, Carnival Victory is approximately 44% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Paradise at 70,367 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Victory carries up to 2,764 passengers compared with 2,124 aboard Carnival Paradise, a difference of 640 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Victory offers more space per passenger: 36.7 GT per guest, compared with 33.1 aboard Carnival Paradise. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Paradise (Western Caribbean and Bahamas) and Carnival Victory currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Paradise
4-Day Western Caribbean from Tampa, FL
- Departure Port
- Tampa
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Tampa
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Tampa
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Paradise
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Tampa
From
$330
Price / day
$83
Carnival Victory
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Paradise
Average
$84 / day
VS
Carnival Victory
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Paradise if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
- Departing from Tampa works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Victory.
Choose Carnival Victory if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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).
Carnival Paradise vs Carnival Victory: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Victory
Built in 2000
2 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Victory
101,509 GT
44% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Carnival Victory is 2 years newer.
- Carnival Victory is 44% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Victory carries 640 more passengers.
- Carnival Victory offers more space per passenger (36.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Paradise or Carnival Victory?
Carnival Victory is newer. It was built in 2000, while Carnival Paradise was built in 1998, making Carnival Victory 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Paradise or Carnival Victory?
Carnival Victory is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 101,509 GT compared with Carnival Paradise at 70,367 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Victory has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,764, compared with 2,124 for Carnival Paradise.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Paradise or Carnival Victory?
Carnival Victory has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.7 GT per passenger, versus 33.1 for Carnival Paradise. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Carnival Paradise sail?
The upcoming Carnival Paradise sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean and Bahamas, departing from Tampa.
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