Magellan vs Ambition
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Ambition
Built in 1999
14 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Ambition
40.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Magellan vs Ambition: Quick Comparison
Ambition is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1999, it is 14 years newer than Magellan, which entered service in 1985. Ambition is approximately 5% larger by gross tonnage at 48,200 GT. Magellan also carries 50 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 | Magellan | Ambition |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1985 | 1999Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 46,052 GT | 48,200 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,250 | 1,200 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.8 GT | 40.2 GT |
| Length | 221.57 m | 216 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Magellan vs Ambition
Age
Ambition was built in 1999, making it 14 years newer than Magellan, which was built in 1985.
Size
At 48,200 GT, Ambition is approximately 5% larger by gross tonnage than Magellan at 46,052 GT.
Passenger capacity
Magellan carries up to 1,250 passengers compared with 1,200 aboard Ambition, a difference of 50 passengers.
Passenger space
Ambition offers more space per passenger: 40.2 GT per guest, compared with 36.8 aboard Magellan. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
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Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Magellan if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Ambition.
Choose Ambition if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Magellan vs Ambition: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Ambition
Built in 1999
14 years newer
Bigger
Ambition
48,200 GT
5% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Ambition is 14 years newer.
- Ambition is 5% larger by gross tonnage.
- Magellan carries 50 more passengers.
- Ambition offers more space per passenger (40.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Magellan or Ambition?
Ambition is newer. It was built in 1999, while Magellan was built in 1985, making Ambition 14 years newer.
Which is bigger, Magellan or Ambition?
Ambition is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 48,200 GT compared with Magellan at 46,052 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Magellan has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,250, compared with 1,200 for Ambition.
Which ship is more spacious, Magellan or Ambition?
Ambition has the higher passenger space ratio at 40.2 GT per passenger, versus 36.8 for Magellan. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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