Maasdam vs Vasco da Gama-Nicko
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Maasdam
44.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Maasdam vs Vasco da Gama-Nicko: Quick Comparison
Maasdam and Vasco da Gama-Nicko both entered service in 1993. Vasco da Gama-Nicko is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 55,877 GT. Vasco da Gama-Nicko also carries 355 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 | Maasdam | Vasco da Gama-Nicko |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1993 | 1993 |
| Gross Tonnage | 55,575 GT | 55,877 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,258 | 1,613 |
| Space per Passenger | 44.2 GT | 34.6 GT |
| Length | 220 m | 219.21 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Maasdam vs Vasco da Gama-Nicko
Age
Maasdam and Vasco da Gama-Nicko were both built in 1993.
Size
At 55,877 GT, Vasco da Gama-Nicko is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Maasdam at 55,575 GT.
Passenger capacity
Vasco da Gama-Nicko carries up to 1,613 passengers compared with 1,258 aboard Maasdam, a difference of 355 passengers.
Passenger space
Maasdam offers more space per passenger: 44.2 GT per guest, compared with 34.6 aboard Vasco da Gama-Nicko. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Maasdam
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Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Maasdam if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Choose Vasco da Gama-Nicko if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Maasdam vs Vasco da Gama-Nicko: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Vasco da Gama-Nicko
55,877 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Both ships were built in 1993.
- Vasco da Gama-Nicko is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Vasco da Gama-Nicko carries 355 more passengers.
- Maasdam offers more space per passenger (44.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Maasdam or Vasco da Gama-Nicko?
Vasco da Gama-Nicko is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 55,877 GT compared with Maasdam at 55,575 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Vasco da Gama-Nicko has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,613, compared with 1,258 for Maasdam.
Which ship is more spacious, Maasdam or Vasco da Gama-Nicko?
Maasdam has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.2 GT per passenger, versus 34.6 for Vasco da Gama-Nicko. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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