Costa neoRomantica vs Costa Mediterranea
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Costa Mediterranea
Built in 2003
10 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Costa neoRomantica
42.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa neoRomantica vs Costa Mediterranea: Quick Comparison
Costa Mediterranea is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2003, it is 10 years newer than Costa neoRomantica, which entered service in 1993. Costa Mediterranea is approximately 51% larger by gross tonnage at 85,619 GT. Costa Mediterranea also carries 1,334 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 | Costa neoRomantica | Costa Mediterranea |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1993 | 2003Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 56,769 GT | 85,619 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,346 | 2,680 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.2 GT | 31.9 GT |
| Length | 221 m | 292.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa neoRomantica vs Costa Mediterranea
Age
Costa Mediterranea was built in 2003, making it 10 years newer than Costa neoRomantica, which was built in 1993.
Size
At 85,619 GT, Costa Mediterranea is approximately 51% larger by gross tonnage than Costa neoRomantica at 56,769 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Mediterranea carries up to 2,680 passengers compared with 1,346 aboard Costa neoRomantica, a difference of 1,334 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa neoRomantica offers more space per passenger: 42.2 GT per guest, compared with 31.9 aboard Costa Mediterranea. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa neoRomantica
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Costa Mediterranea
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Costa neoRomantica 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 Costa Mediterranea.
Choose Costa Mediterranea 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.
Costa neoRomantica vs Costa Mediterranea: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Mediterranea
Built in 2003
10 years newer
Bigger
Costa Mediterranea
85,619 GT
51% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Mediterranea is 10 years newer.
- Costa Mediterranea is 51% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Mediterranea carries 1,334 more passengers.
- Costa neoRomantica offers more space per passenger (42.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa neoRomantica or Costa Mediterranea?
Costa Mediterranea is newer. It was built in 2003, while Costa neoRomantica was built in 1993, making Costa Mediterranea 10 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa neoRomantica or Costa Mediterranea?
Costa Mediterranea is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 85,619 GT compared with Costa neoRomantica at 56,769 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Mediterranea has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,680, compared with 1,346 for Costa neoRomantica.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa neoRomantica or Costa Mediterranea?
Costa neoRomantica has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.2 GT per passenger, versus 31.9 for Costa Mediterranea. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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