September 4, 2026
8-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Dover
From
$2,399
Price / day
$300
ms Nieuw Statendam|Westerdam
ms Nieuw Statendam vs Westerdam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
ms Nieuw Statendam
Holland America Line
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Newer Ship
ms Nieuw Statendam
Built in 2018
14 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Westerdam
$219 / day
$15 less per day
More Spacious Ship
ms Nieuw Statendam
47.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
ms Nieuw Statendam vs Westerdam: Quick Comparison
ms Nieuw Statendam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 14 years newer than Westerdam, which entered service in 2004. ms Nieuw Statendam is approximately 20% larger by gross tonnage at 99,500 GT. ms Nieuw Statendam also carries 138 more passengers. ms Nieuw Statendam has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Westerdam has sailings in Asia. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Westerdam has the lower average starting price per day. 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 | ms Nieuw Statendam | Westerdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018Newer | 2004 |
| Gross Tonnage | 99,500 GT | 82,862 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,106 | 1,968 |
| Space per Passenger | 47.2 GT | 42.1 GT |
| Length | 299.5 m | 285 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: ms Nieuw Statendam vs Westerdam
Age
ms Nieuw Statendam was built in 2018, making it 14 years newer than Westerdam, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 99,500 GT, ms Nieuw Statendam is approximately 20% larger by gross tonnage than Westerdam at 82,862 GT.
Passenger capacity
ms Nieuw Statendam carries up to 2,106 passengers compared with 1,968 aboard Westerdam, a difference of 138 passengers.
Passenger space
ms Nieuw Statendam offers more space per passenger: 47.2 GT per guest, compared with 42.1 aboard Westerdam. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for ms Nieuw Statendam (Europe) and Westerdam (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Westerdam has the lower average starting price per day at $219 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
ms Nieuw Statendam
8-DAY NORWEGIAN FJORDS & HIDDEN GEMS
- Departure Port
- Dover
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Dover
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Haugesund
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Odda
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Nordfjordeid
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026Alesund
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Rotterdam
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Westerdam
14-DAY FAR EAST DISCOVERY
- Departure Port
- Singapore
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Dec 6, 2026Singapore
- Day 2 · Dec 7, 2026Nathon
- Day 3 · Dec 8, 2026Laem Chabang
- Day 4 · Dec 9, 2026Sihanoukville
- Day 5 · Dec 10, 2026Phu My
- Day 6 · Dec 11, 2026Da Nang
- Day 7 · Dec 12, 2026Halong Bay
- Day 8 · Dec 13, 2026Hong Kong
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
ms Nieuw Statendam
November 21, 2026
29-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Rotterdam
From
$4,879
Price / day
$168
Westerdam
December 6, 2026
14-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Singapore
From
$2,909
Price / day
$208
January 3, 2027
28-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Singapore
From
$6,419
Price / day
$229
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
ms Nieuw Statendam
Average
$234 / day
VS
Westerdam
Average
$219 / day
Westerdam has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$219/day vs $234/day
About $15 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose ms Nieuw Statendam 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.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Dover and Rotterdam works for your plans.
Choose Westerdam if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Singapore works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than ms Nieuw Statendam.
ms Nieuw Statendam vs Westerdam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
ms Nieuw Statendam
Built in 2018
14 years newer
Bigger
ms Nieuw Statendam
99,500 GT
20% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Westerdam
$219 / day
About $15 less per day
- ms Nieuw Statendam is 14 years newer.
- ms Nieuw Statendam is 20% larger by gross tonnage.
- ms Nieuw Statendam carries 138 more passengers.
- ms Nieuw Statendam offers more space per passenger (47.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, ms Nieuw Statendam or Westerdam?
ms Nieuw Statendam is newer. It was built in 2018, while Westerdam was built in 2004, making ms Nieuw Statendam 14 years newer.
Which is bigger, ms Nieuw Statendam or Westerdam?
ms Nieuw Statendam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 99,500 GT compared with Westerdam at 82,862 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
ms Nieuw Statendam has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,106, compared with 1,968 for Westerdam.
Which ship is more spacious, ms Nieuw Statendam or Westerdam?
ms Nieuw Statendam has the higher passenger space ratio at 47.2 GT per passenger, versus 42.1 for Westerdam. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, ms Nieuw Statendam or Westerdam?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Westerdam has the lower average starting price per day at $219 per day versus $234 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does ms Nieuw Statendam sail?
The upcoming ms Nieuw Statendam sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Dover and Rotterdam.
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