September 5, 2026
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$477
Price / day
$95
Carnival Valor|Carnival Victory
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Victory
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Valor
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Valor
Built in 2004
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Valor
36.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Victory: Quick Comparison
Carnival Valor is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 4 years newer than Carnival Victory, which entered service in 2000. Carnival Valor is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage at 110,000 GT. Carnival Valor also carries 216 more passengers. Carnival Valor has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean. 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 Valor | Carnival Victory |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004Newer | 2000 |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 101,509 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,980 | 2,764 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 36.7 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 272.82 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Valor vs Carnival Victory
Age
Carnival Valor was built in 2004, making it 4 years newer than Carnival Victory, which was built in 2000.
Size
At 110,000 GT, Carnival Valor is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Victory at 101,509 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Valor carries up to 2,980 passengers compared with 2,764 aboard Carnival Victory, a difference of 216 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Valor offers more space per passenger: 36.9 GT per guest, compared with 36.7 aboard Carnival Victory. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Valor (Western Caribbean) and Carnival Victory currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Valor
5-Day Western Caribbean from New Orleans, LA
- Departure Port
- New Orleans
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026New Orleans
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Progreso
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026New Orleans
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Valor
September 10, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$514
Price / day
$129
Carnival Victory
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Valor
Average
$112 / 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 Valor 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 Western Caribbean.
- Departing from New Orleans works for your plans.
Choose Carnival Victory 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 Valor.
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Victory: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Valor
Built in 2004
4 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Valor
110,000 GT
8% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Carnival Valor is 4 years newer.
- Carnival Valor is 8% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Valor carries 216 more passengers.
- Carnival Valor offers more space per passenger (36.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Valor or Carnival Victory?
Carnival Valor is newer. It was built in 2004, while Carnival Victory was built in 2000, making Carnival Valor 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Valor or Carnival Victory?
Carnival Valor is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 110,000 GT compared with Carnival Victory at 101,509 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Valor has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,980, compared with 2,764 for Carnival Victory.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Valor or Carnival Victory?
Carnival Valor has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.9 GT per passenger, versus 36.7 for Carnival Victory. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Carnival Valor sail?
The upcoming Carnival Valor sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean, departing from New Orleans.
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