Costa neoRomantica vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
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Costa neoRomantica
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Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Built in 2004
11 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
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Costa neoRomantica
42.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa neoRomantica vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Quick Comparison
Tianjin Orient MS Visio is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 11 years newer than Costa neoRomantica, which entered service in 1993. Tianjin Orient MS Visio is approximately 81% larger by gross tonnage at 102,587 GT. Tianjin Orient MS Visio also carries 2,124 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 | Tianjin Orient MS Visio |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1993 | 2004Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 56,769 GT | 102,587 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,346 | 3,470 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.2 GT | 29.6 GT |
| Length | 221 m | 272.19 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa neoRomantica vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Age
Tianjin Orient MS Visio was built in 2004, making it 11 years newer than Costa neoRomantica, which was built in 1993.
Size
At 102,587 GT, Tianjin Orient MS Visio is approximately 81% larger by gross tonnage than Costa neoRomantica at 56,769 GT.
Passenger capacity
Tianjin Orient MS Visio carries up to 3,470 passengers compared with 1,346 aboard Costa neoRomantica, a difference of 2,124 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa neoRomantica offers more space per passenger: 42.2 GT per guest, compared with 29.6 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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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 Tianjin Orient MS Visio.
Choose Tianjin Orient MS Visio 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 Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Built in 2004
11 years newer
Bigger
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
102,587 GT
81% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Tianjin Orient MS Visio is 11 years newer.
- Tianjin Orient MS Visio is 81% larger by gross tonnage.
- Tianjin Orient MS Visio carries 2,124 more passengers.
- Costa neoRomantica offers more space per passenger (42.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa neoRomantica or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio is newer. It was built in 2004, while Costa neoRomantica was built in 1993, making Tianjin Orient MS Visio 11 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa neoRomantica or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 102,587 GT compared with Costa neoRomantica at 56,769 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,470, compared with 1,346 for Costa neoRomantica.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa neoRomantica or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Costa neoRomantica has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.2 GT per passenger, versus 29.6 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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