Commodore Clipper ferry vs mv Minerva
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Commodore Clipper ferry
Built in 1999
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
mv Minerva
36.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Commodore Clipper ferry vs mv Minerva: Quick Comparison
Commodore Clipper ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1999, it is 3 years newer than mv Minerva, which entered service in 1996. Commodore Clipper ferry is approximately 9% larger by gross tonnage at 14,000 GT. Commodore Clipper ferry also carries 150 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 | Commodore Clipper ferry | mv Minerva |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999Newer | 1996 |
| Gross Tonnage | 14,000 GT | 12,892 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 500 | 350 |
| Space per Passenger | 28 GT | 36.8 GT |
| Length | 129 m | 133.55 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Commodore Clipper ferry vs mv Minerva
Age
Commodore Clipper ferry was built in 1999, making it 3 years newer than mv Minerva, which was built in 1996.
Size
At 14,000 GT, Commodore Clipper ferry is approximately 9% larger by gross tonnage than mv Minerva at 12,892 GT.
Passenger capacity
Commodore Clipper ferry carries up to 500 passengers compared with 350 aboard mv Minerva, a difference of 150 passengers.
Passenger space
mv Minerva offers more space per passenger: 36.8 GT per guest, compared with 28 aboard Commodore Clipper ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Commodore Clipper ferry
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Commodore Clipper ferry
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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 Commodore Clipper ferry 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.
Choose mv Minerva if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower 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 Commodore Clipper ferry.
Commodore Clipper ferry vs mv Minerva: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Commodore Clipper ferry
Built in 1999
3 years newer
Bigger
Commodore Clipper ferry
14,000 GT
9% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Commodore Clipper ferry is 3 years newer.
- Commodore Clipper ferry is 9% larger by gross tonnage.
- Commodore Clipper ferry carries 150 more passengers.
- mv Minerva offers more space per passenger (36.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Commodore Clipper ferry or mv Minerva?
Commodore Clipper ferry is newer. It was built in 1999, while mv Minerva was built in 1996, making Commodore Clipper ferry 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Commodore Clipper ferry or mv Minerva?
Commodore Clipper ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 14,000 GT compared with mv Minerva at 12,892 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Commodore Clipper ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 500, compared with 350 for mv Minerva.
Which ship is more spacious, Commodore Clipper ferry or mv Minerva?
mv Minerva has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.8 GT per passenger, versus 28 for Commodore Clipper ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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