September 11, 2026
9-Night Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$971
Price / day
$108
Carnival Sensation|Carnival Legend
Carnival Sensation vs Carnival Legend
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Legend
Built in 2002
9 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Legend
41.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Sensation vs Carnival Legend: Quick Comparison
Carnival Legend is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2002, it is 9 years newer than Carnival Sensation, which entered service in 1993. Carnival Legend is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage at 88,500 GT. Carnival Legend also carries 68 more passengers. Carnival Legend has upcoming sailings in Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy. 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 Sensation | Carnival Legend |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1993 | 2002Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 70,367 GT | 88,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,056 | 2,124 |
| Space per Passenger | 34.2 GT | 41.7 GT |
| Length | 261 m | 292.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Sensation vs Carnival Legend
Age
Carnival Legend was built in 2002, making it 9 years newer than Carnival Sensation, which was built in 1993.
Size
At 88,500 GT, Carnival Legend is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Sensation at 70,367 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Legend carries up to 2,124 passengers compared with 2,056 aboard Carnival Sensation, a difference of 68 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Legend offers more space per passenger: 41.7 GT per guest, compared with 34.2 aboard Carnival Sensation. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Sensation and Carnival Legend (Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Legend
9-Day Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 11, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 14, 2026Kusadasi
- Day 5 · Sep 15, 2026Mykonos
- Day 6 · Sep 16, 2026Piraeus
- Day 7 · Sep 17, 2026Katakolon
- Day 8 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 19, 2026Naples
- Day 10 · Sep 20, 2026Civitavecchia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Sensation
Carnival Legend
September 20, 2026
12-Night Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$1,089
Price / day
$91
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Sensation
Average
$0 / day
VS
Carnival Legend
Average
$100 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Sensation if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Legend.
Choose Carnival Legend 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).
- You want to sail in Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy.
- Departing from Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Carnival Sensation vs Carnival Legend: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Legend
Built in 2002
9 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Legend
88,500 GT
26% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Carnival Legend is 9 years newer.
- Carnival Legend is 26% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Legend carries 68 more passengers.
- Carnival Legend offers more space per passenger (41.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Sensation or Carnival Legend?
Carnival Legend is newer. It was built in 2002, while Carnival Sensation was built in 1993, making Carnival Legend 9 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Sensation or Carnival Legend?
Carnival Legend is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 88,500 GT compared with Carnival Sensation at 70,367 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Legend has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,124, compared with 2,056 for Carnival Sensation.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Sensation or Carnival Legend?
Carnival Legend has the higher passenger space ratio at 41.7 GT per passenger, versus 34.2 for Carnival Sensation. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Carnival Legend sail?
The upcoming Carnival Legend sailings currently listed cover Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy, departing from Civitavecchia.
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