Club Med 2 vs mv Minerva
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
mv Minerva
Built in 1996
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Club Med 2
38.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Club Med 2 vs mv Minerva: Quick Comparison
mv Minerva is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1996, it is 4 years newer than Club Med 2, which entered service in 1992. Club Med 2 is approximately 16% larger by gross tonnage at 14,983 GT. Club Med 2 also carries 42 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 | Club Med 2 | mv Minerva |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1992 | 1996Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 14,983 GT | 12,892 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 392 | 350 |
| Space per Passenger | 38.2 GT | 36.8 GT |
| Length | 187 m | 133.55 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Club Med 2 vs mv Minerva
Age
mv Minerva was built in 1996, making it 4 years newer than Club Med 2, which was built in 1992.
Size
At 14,983 GT, Club Med 2 is approximately 16% larger by gross tonnage than mv Minerva at 12,892 GT.
Passenger capacity
Club Med 2 carries up to 392 passengers compared with 350 aboard mv Minerva, a difference of 42 passengers.
Passenger space
Club Med 2 offers more space per passenger: 38.2 GT per guest, compared with 36.8 aboard mv Minerva. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Club Med 2
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mv Minerva
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Club Med 2 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 mv Minerva.
Choose mv Minerva if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
Club Med 2 vs mv Minerva: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
mv Minerva
Built in 1996
4 years newer
Bigger
Club Med 2
14,983 GT
16% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- mv Minerva is 4 years newer.
- Club Med 2 is 16% larger by gross tonnage.
- Club Med 2 carries 42 more passengers.
- Club Med 2 offers more space per passenger (38.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Club Med 2 or mv Minerva?
mv Minerva is newer. It was built in 1996, while Club Med 2 was built in 1992, making mv Minerva 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Club Med 2 or mv Minerva?
Club Med 2 is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 14,983 GT compared with mv Minerva at 12,892 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Club Med 2 has a passenger capacity of approximately 392, compared with 350 for mv Minerva.
Which ship is more spacious, Club Med 2 or mv Minerva?
Club Med 2 has the higher passenger space ratio at 38.2 GT per passenger, versus 36.8 for mv Minerva. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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