Costa Victoria vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Built in 2004
8 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Costa Victoria
31.4 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa Victoria vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Quick Comparison
Tianjin Orient MS Visio is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 8 years newer than Costa Victoria, which entered service in 1996. Tianjin Orient MS Visio is approximately 36% larger by gross tonnage at 102,587 GT. Tianjin Orient MS Visio also carries 1,076 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 Victoria | Tianjin Orient MS Visio |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1996 | 2004Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 75,166 GT | 102,587 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,394 | 3,470 |
| Space per Passenger | 31.4 GT | 29.6 GT |
| Length | 253 m | 272.19 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Victoria vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Age
Tianjin Orient MS Visio was built in 2004, making it 8 years newer than Costa Victoria, which was built in 1996.
Size
At 102,587 GT, Tianjin Orient MS Visio is approximately 36% larger by gross tonnage than Costa Victoria at 75,166 GT.
Passenger capacity
Tianjin Orient MS Visio carries up to 3,470 passengers compared with 2,394 aboard Costa Victoria, a difference of 1,076 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Victoria offers more space per passenger: 31.4 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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Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa Victoria
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Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Costa Victoria 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 Victoria vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Built in 2004
8 years newer
Bigger
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
102,587 GT
36% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Tianjin Orient MS Visio is 8 years newer.
- Tianjin Orient MS Visio is 36% larger by gross tonnage.
- Tianjin Orient MS Visio carries 1,076 more passengers.
- Costa Victoria offers more space per passenger (31.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Victoria or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio is newer. It was built in 2004, while Costa Victoria was built in 1996, making Tianjin Orient MS Visio 8 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Victoria or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 102,587 GT compared with Costa Victoria at 75,166 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,470, compared with 2,394 for Costa Victoria.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa Victoria or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Costa Victoria has the higher passenger space ratio at 31.4 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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